Revitalización de la producción de chicha de jora en el cantón Biblián

Abstract

This project addresses the production of chicha de jora in the Biblián canton, this arises from the need to know the history behind this traditional Andean drink and learn about the importance of this product since pre-Inca times. It is relevant to investigate the techniques, utensils, machines and raw material that is used during its process. In addition to how its preparation has evolved until today. To address the problem it is important to know the work they give to the land in the canton, to produce good quality corn, discover the factors that allow this food to develop and allow to produce chicha de jora, considered a heritage drink. At the same time, it will be necessary to inquire about the nutritional value of ancestral ingredients and cooking methods, through investigative observation focused on producers. It seeks to compile the different recipes that circulate within the canton, considering as its main objective, to revitalize the culture of corn chicha that has been maintained for generations and that in recent times has been overshadowed for reasons unrelated to the excellence of the drink. Keywords: chicha de jora, cultural heritage,agriculture, tradition