Chacha Making Season in Georgia 2025
Chacha is more than just a strong drink. Its production and tasting are followed by certain rituals and traditions
Best time: October–November
The end of grape harvesting season marks the beginning of chacha production. The peak of it falls on November and resembles some folk holiday celebration. Families that produce chacha invite guests for tasting.
Special dishes to be served with chacha include gouda goat cheese, shotis puri bread, pickled vegetables, and boiled chicken. Chacha, a strong alcoholic drink, that is made of grapes somewhat resembles Italian grappa or Spanish orujo.