Rebujito is a light and refreshing cocktail that is very popular in the south of Spain, especially in summer. It has a refreshing and easy-drinking character thanks to the combination of sherry wine and lemon-lime soda or sparkling water.
Rebujito is a drink that originated in the Andalusia region of Spain and is very popular, especially around Seville. This cocktail is often served during spring and summer festivals. It has almost become a tradition to drink Rebujito, especially during the famous Feria de Abril festival in Seville.
This drink is based on sherry wine. The Andalusia region is one of the most important sherry production centers in the world. Locals began to mix sherry with lemon-lime soda water to make it more refreshing and to enhance its strong, dry character. This simple yet effective combination has quickly become one of the region's favorite summer drinks.
“Happiness often grows in the small moments shared.”
Rebujito is an important part of Spain's social culture today. It is usually prepared in large jugs and shared among groups of friends. Its light and refreshing nature makes it a favorite accompaniment to long conversations on warm Mediterranean evenings.
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Ingredients
Unit System
60 mlFino Sherry
120 mlLemon-lime soda or sparkling water
·Ice
Mintleaves (garnish)
Lemonwedge (garnish)
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Method
1
Fill the highball glass with plenty of ice.
2
Add the sherry wine to the glass.
3
Top with lemon-lime soda or sparkling water and fill the glass.
4
Stir gently once.
5
Garnish with a mint leaf and a lemon wedge and serve.
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Bartender Tips
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Using Fino or Manzanilla sherry makes the fresh character of the drink more pronounced.
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The soda should be very cold - Rebujito is best served chilled.
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Adding a few mint leaves adds extra freshness to the drink.
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