Terremoto (drink)

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Terremoto is a traditional Chilean cocktail created at the end of the 20th century. It can be seen as a derivative of Ponche a la Romana. Its name literally means earthquake, due to the fact that it was invented after the 1985 earthquake in Chile. Although its origin is not confirmed and many claim its creation, several bars such as La Piojera, Rincón de los canallas, and El Hoyo have contributed to popularizing the drink in Chilean culture. The drink's main ingredients are white Pipeño wine or non-denominated white wine (generic wine of any strain), pineapple ice cream and grenadine. It is tradition to serve the drink in a 400 ml glass. A half-size Terremoto served directly after the first one is referred to as a Réplica (aftershock). If served in a larger jug, it is popularly known as Cataclismo (cataclysm); while if a single small drink is served, it is referred to as a Temblor (small-scale earthquake). If made with red wine instead of Pipeño, the cocktail is then known as Africano...

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