Sangria is a classic cocktail of Spanish origin, and in each region of Spain it is made in its own way. To make this refreshing drink, you need summer fruits and a little imagination. It's worth trying different combinations, but no matter how you experiment, the results will always be wonderful.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourself
Source: Everyday Affairs
A little history
The name "sangria" comes from the Spanish sangres, which translates as "bleeding". The wine that is used to make the drink is, as a rule, Sangre de toro, you can also use "Cabernet" and "Merlot".
According to the most common theory, sangria was born thanks to Spanish peasants who started making this drink using available fruits — peaches, apples and citrus fruits. There are other theories, but the bottom line is that today there are many types of sangria, and every Spaniard adheres to his original recipe. At the heart, however, is always a rich red wine, although in Catalonia preference is given to white.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourself
Ingredients for 1.5 liters of sangria:
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourself
preparation
Pour the wine into a fairly large bowl or into a tall jug and add sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourselfAdd the juice of two oranges and, if desired, a few slices of orange. Mix it up.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourselfCut the peaches into small pieces and add them to the mixture, stirring constantly. Add the cinnamon stick, lemon zest and mix well.
Cool, store in the refrigerator and take out only when serving.
Cooking time: 7 minutes.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourselfVariation: peaches can be replaced with apples, pears, kiwis, bananas, tropical, but not too soft fruits.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourselfTip: To reduce the alcohol content, just add a few ice cubes and a few slices of lemon. If you want to raise the degree of the drink instead, add a few grams of rum.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourselfIt is undesirable to use cinnamon powder, since it does not dissolve and remains on the surface. If you don't have cinnamon sticks, replace them with cloves.
Classics and improvisation: how to cook the perfect sangria at home yourself