This water lives of Sardinian origin, produced by distilling the pomace of first choice. Excellent and those obtained from the pomace of Vernaccia. It 'a typical product dell'oristanese, although the places sardines, with some variations, more or less deep, have their water screw. In Barbagia and Logudoresa is also known by the name of Abbardente, whose meaning is easily understood, water, burning, burning, which catches fire easily. While Fil'è ferru, translates literally with wire, to recall the normal practice a few centuries ago when the distillation was prohibited by the Law on State monopolies and the production was done clandestinely. The distilled product, as well as the stills were buried and not to forget the exact place where they hid, they used to stick one or more wires in the ground. The finding would be simplified and the product safe. Is still an excellent digestive liqueurs typical of Sardinia, strong in taste almost wished to be associated with its land of output. Often exceeds 40 degrees, its color is transparent and often is flavored with different essences typical Sardinian, such as arbutus, or seeds of wild fennel. Ottimo il fil'è ferru honey, obtained by simply soaking in the distillate of a tablespoon of good honey. And the challenge for the tourist will not be as digestive drink alcohol, how to remember and pronounce the name.

Claudia Zedda