
PÜLKU
Pülku means “chicha” in the Mapuche language, which is spoken by the apple-growing community. In Patagonia, chicha - essentially, fermented apple cider - has been around since apples were introduced to the local ecosystem. Pülku is led by the women of the Barrera family; the heart and soul of its cider production centers on the care for and quality of the fruit. Pülku is the first Patagonian cider made directly at the foot of the tree: the fruit is taken to the Don Simón apple and pear farm in Villa Regina, Río Negro, the next step is milling the healthy, ripe apples that are suitable for regular consumption. The pulp obtained from this is then pressed, starting the fermentation process that, once finalized, provides the base from which different ciders are made. Pülku doesn’t contain any artificial flavors or essences - its aromas and flavors are 100% natural.