Sangría (Spanish Red Wine and Fruit Punch)

Name: Sangría (Spanish Red Wine and Fruit Punch)
Cuisine: Spain
Ingredients: Spanish red wine — 1 bottle (750ml); Orange, sliced — 1; Lemon, sliced — 1; Apple, cored, diced — 1; Brandy — 60 ml (1/4 cup); Triple sec — 30 ml (2 tbsp); Sugar — 50 g (1.8 oz); Sparkling water or lemon soda — 250 ml (1 cup); Ice, to serve

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Ingredients

Spanish red wine — 1 bottle (750ml)
Orange, sliced — 1
Lemon, sliced — 1
Apple, cored, diced — 1
Brandy — 60 ml (1/4 cup)
Triple sec — 30 ml (2 tbsp)
Sugar — 50 g (1.8 oz)
Sparkling water or lemon soda — 250 ml (1 cup)
Ice, to serve

Method

In a large pitcher, combine red wine, brandy, triple sec, and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves.
Add the orange, lemon, and apple, pressing gently to release some juice.
Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavour.
Just before serving, top with sparkling water or lemon soda and stir gently.
Serve over ice in glasses, spooning some fruit into each glass.

Introduction: Sangría is Spain's iconic fruit-infused wine punch, believed to have roots in ancient wine-and-water mixtures adapted over centuries.

Cultural Background: Sangría is Spain's iconic fruit-infused wine punch, believed to have roots in ancient wine-and-water mixtures adapted over centuries. Today it's a fixture of Spanish summer gatherings, blending red wine with citrus, fruit, and a touch of brandy.

Tips: Letting the fruit macerate overnight greatly improves the depth of flavour. Use a fruity, inexpensive Spanish red such as Rioja or Garnacha.

Variations: Sangría blanca uses white wine; cava-based versions swap in sparkling wine for a festive twist.

Nutrition: 39 Spain — World Cookbook Project Full Recipes Approx. 180 kcal, 0g protein, 18g carbohydrate, 0g fat per serving.

FAQs:

Q: What wine is best for sangría?

A: An inexpensive, fruity Spanish red like Rioja or Garnacha works well and won't be wasted on refinement lost in the mix.

Q: Can it be made non-alcoholic?

A: Yes, substitute grape juice for wine and omit the brandy and triple sec.