Sangria is one of Spain's most famous and beloved drinks. Its origins go back a long way and it is known that there were fruit drinks prepared with wine in Europe long before the 19th century.
The word "sangria" comes from the Spanish word "sangre", meaning blood. This name is due to the deep red color of the drink thanks to the red wine.
In Spain and Portugal, people started mixing wine with fruits and citrus fruits to make it more refreshing, especially during the hot summer months. Fruits such as oranges, lemons and apples combined with the aroma of wine resulted in a very refreshing drink.
“The best conversations start around a shared pitcher”
Over time, sangria has become an indispensable drink, especially in the summer months and at outdoor tables. In restaurants, it is usually prepared in large jugs and shared among groups of friends.
In 1964, the drink became popular in the United States when Sangria was served in the Spanish pavilion at the New York World's Fair. This event played an important role in Sangria's international reputation.
Today, Sangria is one of the most popular wine-based cocktails, especially in summer. Thanks to its fruity aroma and light drink, it has become a symbol of social gatherings and long evening conversations.
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Ingredients
Unit System
150 mlof red wine
30 mlorange juice
15 mlbrandy
10 mlsugar syrup
Orangeslices Lemon slices
Appleslices Ice
60 mlsoda (optional)
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Method
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Add red wine to a jug.
2
Add the orange juice, brandy and sugar syrup.
3
Add the orange, lemon and apple slices.
4
Let the mixture rest for a few minutes to let the fruit flavors infuse.
5
Add ice and finish lightly with soda water, if desired.
6
Pour into a wine glass and serve.
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Bartender Tips
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Use fresh fruit - Fresh orange and lemon slices make the flavor of Sangria much richer.
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Choose a medium-bodied wine - A balanced red wine that is not too expensive works best.
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Resting - Letting the sangria sit for 30 minutes before serving allows the fruit flavors to infuse into the wine.
