What types of mistletoe are there?

White mistela, made from must wine macerated with wine alcohol, and black mistela, similar to white, but with a darker color.

the Mistles they are traditional liqueur wines, sweet and with a high alcohol content. Here are some details about them:

  1. Mistela Blanca:
    Made from must wine macerated with wine alcohol, this mistela is semi-fermented, sweet and chestnut in color. Its sugar content ranges between 70 and 200 g/litre, giving it its characteristic sweetness. It is a VLQPRD quality wine regulated by the appellations of origin.
  2. Black Mist:
    Similar to white, but with a darker color. It is also made from different grape varieties, but white mistels predominate. Its production process involves the addition of ethyl alcohol during fermentation, inhibiting the action of the yeasts and conserving the aromatic compounds of the variety.

Depending on the density and the alcohol content, the mistles must meet specific requirements to be marketed. For example, they must have at least 15º alcohol and a density of 8è Baumé (corresponding to 185-190 grams of sugar per liter). If you have more questions, don't hesitate contact!

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