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Sangria is a beautiful wine punch served throughout the western world. It's especially served during the summer months. Sangria is cold, refreshing and deliciously fruity in flavor. The alcohol content varies widely according to which recipe is used, but the basic form contains wine, fruit and some form of brandy poured over ice. more »
Sangria originated in Spain and eventually spread to become one of the most popular drinks in the world, especially at parties because of its fruity taste and the fact that people love to experiment with ingredients. Typically it is made of wine, brandy and chunks of fruit, though there is no one type of fruit, wine or brandy that... more »
Sangria is a traditional Spanish cocktail that can be found at most, if not all, Spanish parties or fiestas. Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing as "traditional" or "authentic" sangria. There is no trick or secret ingredient. Making sangria isn't an exact science, and because of differing taste buds in people,... more »
Sangria is a wonderful summer drink that is popular in many countries, especially in Spain. It includes wine, liquor, and fruit, and is generally made in a large container, such as a punch bowl, to serve many people at social functions or at dinner time. Here's how to make your own great, homemade sangria. more »
Although Sangria is, in itself, considered to be a punch, this red wine can be purchased ready made with sweeteners and other things already blended in. For this recipe a bottle of Merlot serves as the base for the Sangria Splash. Merlot-based wine has a medium body with hints of berry, plum, and currant. This wine is a nice base... more »
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Sangria comes from the Spanish word "sangre," meaning "blood," but it's not a drink exclusively for vampires. Serve a sangria at your next party;... more »
Sangria is a drink made with red wine and sweet fruits. It's perfect for summer events such as cookouts and beach parties because it's served over... more »
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Sangria (; meaning "bloody") is a wine punch typical of the Iberian Peninsula. It normally consists of:
*a light, dry, young, acidic, unoaked, fruit forward red wine, usually Rioja, Tempranillo, or Grenache in Spain; other reds that work well include French wines such as Gamay or Beaujolais, and Italian wines such as Grignolino, Bardolino, Dolcetto, Freisa, or Lambrusco.
*chopped or sliced fruit (often orange, lemon, apple, peach, berries, pineapple; occasionally melon, grape, or mango)
*a sweetener such as honey, sugar, simple syrup, orange juice, and/or fruit nectar
*a small amount of added brandy, triple sec, or other spirits
*and ice and carbonated soda, in some recipes
Variations
Because of the variation in recipes, sangrias alcoholic content can vary greatly. The ingredients in sangria vary, particularly in the type of fruit used, the kind of spirits added (if any), and the presence or lack of carbonation.
White wine can be used instead of red, in which case the result is called sangria blanca. An affordable bottle of unoaked, fruit forward Chardonnay would work well here. Some recipes that use heavier reds can be lightened by mixing a bottle of white in the mix. In some parts of Northern Spain, sangria is called zurra and is made with peaches or nectarines . In most recipes, wine is the dominant ingredient and acts as a base. In some regions of Portugal, cinnamon is also added with the sweetener.
Preparation consists of cutting the fruit in thin slices or small cubes, then mixing in advance all ingredients except for ice and carbonated sodas. After several hours, or a full day in a refrigerator to allow time for the fruit flavors to blend with the rest of the ingredients, the ice and any last-minute ingredients are added and the drinks are poured.
Sangria is served throughout Spain and Portugal during summer, and in the southern and eastern parts of the countries year-round.
Bottled sangria can be bough read more at » http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangria
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