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Classic Spanish Sangria: A Refreshing Summer Delight

This vibrant Spanish sangria combines dry red wine with fresh fruit, orange juice, and a touch of brandy for the ultimate summer refreshment. Perfect for parties, this make-ahead cocktail only gets better as it sits, allowing the fruit flavors to fully infuse into the wine.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 185
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 750 ml bottle dry Spanish red wine (Tempranillo or Rioja recommended)
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup orange liqueur like Triple Sec or Cointreau
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 2-3 tablespoons sugar or honey adjust to taste
  • 1 orange thinly sliced
  • 1 lemon thinly sliced
  • 1 lime thinly sliced
  • 1 green apple cored and diced
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries sliced
  • Sparkling water or club soda optional, for serving
  • Ice cubes for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large glass pitcher, combine the red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, lemon juice, lime juice, orange juice, and sugar. Stir gently until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  2. Add the sliced oranges, lemons, limes, diced apples, and sliced strawberries to the wine mixture. Gently stir to combine.
  3. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to develop and blend together.
  4. When ready to serve, give the sangria a gentle stir. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
  5. Fill glasses with ice, pour in the sangria, and add a splash of sparkling water if desired for extra effervescence.
  6. Garnish each glass with fresh fruit from the pitcher and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 185kcalCarbohydrates: 22g
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