Ingredients: red wine, orange liqueur (like Triple Sec), orange juice, lemon juice, sugar, sliced fruits (such as oranges, lemons, apples, berries), club soda (optional), ice cubes.
Sangria is a popular and refreshing Spanish beverage made with wine, fresh fruit, and a touch of sweetness. Here’s a traditional recipe for making a classic red wine sangria:
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of red wine (750 ml)
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or triple sec)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1 apple, cored and diced
- 1 cup soda water or lemon-lime soda (optional, for a fizzy touch)
- Ice cubes
Instructions:
- Prepare the Fruit: Thinly slice the orange, lemon, and lime. Core and dice the apple.
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, orange juice, and sugar. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- Add the Fruit: Add the sliced orange, lemon, lime, and diced apple to the pitcher.
- Chill: Refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Just before serving, add soda water or lemon-lime soda if you prefer a fizzy sangria. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the sangria over the ice, making sure to include some of the fruit in each glass.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with additional fruit slices or a sprig of fresh mint.
Tips:
- Wine: Use a good quality red wine, such as a Spanish Tempranillo, Garnacha, or a Merlot. It doesn’t need to be expensive, but it should be something you enjoy drinking.
- Brandy: Brandy adds depth and richness to the sangria. Choose a quality brandy for the best results.
- Sweetness: Adjust the sugar to your taste. You can also use simple syrup or honey as a sweetener.
- Fruit: Feel free to experiment with different fruits, such as berries, peaches, or pineapple, depending on your preference and the season.
Enjoy your sangria!
