Produced since 1873, Velho Barreiro is one of the most appreciated cachaças in Brazil. It has a delicate aroma, due to the careful double distillation production method. The cachaça is stored in wooden barrels made from a particular Brazilian wood, the Jequitibá Rosa. This gives a unique style. After the first distillation, Velho Barreiro is allowed to rest for some time before it is distilled for a second time. For this traditional cachaça, the spirit rests for 6 months before bottling. Velho Barreiro has a smoky aroma and a warm and smooth finish due to the very careful methods of distillation employed. While the ageing process does not drastically affect the colour of this clear spirit, it does impart depth, flavour and harmony. Enjoy Velho Barreiro in the Brazilians favourite cocktail - the Caipirinha or in other fruit cocktails, whether its passionfruit, pineapple, coconut, mango or simply pure, straight on the rocks.