Spanish Sangria

Name: Spanish Sangria
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Spain
Ingredients: 1 bottle of red wine; 60 ml of cognac; 30 ml of triple sec; 2 tbsp of sugar; 1 orange; 1 unwaxed lemon; 1 apples; 1 peaches; 500 ml of lemonade; a few ice cubes; 1 sprig of mint

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This red wine macerates for at least 2 hours with fresh fruit and warm spices. 🍷 Serve this drink very cold with ice cubes and the pieces of fruit.

Total time: 15 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: –
Rest: 2 h
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €2.50

By the CookinBreak team

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

150kcal

Protein0 g0%
Carbs12 g100%
Fat0 g0%
Fiber1 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

❄️ For an extra touch of freshness, try adding fruit-shaped ice cubes to your sangria! Use special ice cube molds to make ice cubes shaped like orange slices, lemon slices, or other fruit for a fun, summery presentation. 🍊🍋

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

The texture of the fruit and the carbonation will be altered when thawed.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Can be made in advance. Keeps 2-3 days at most in the fridge in an airtight container. Add ice cubes/mint when serving.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Ideal for infusing the flavors. Make it the day before without ice cubes or mint, and add them when serving.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable, sangria is a drink served cold.

Variations

Replace the red wine with dry white wine or rosé for a lighter sangria.
Change the fruit with the season: strawberries, raspberries, melon or grapes all work very well.
Alcohol-free version: use red grape juice instead of the wine, cognac and triple sec.

Mistakes to avoid

Adding the lemonade too early: the bubbles disappear. Pour it in only just before serving.
Cutting the maceration short: the fruit doesn't have time to flavor the wine. Allow at least 2 hours in the refrigerator, ideally overnight.
Choosing a wine that is too tannic: the sangria turns harsh on the palate. Prefer a young, fruity red wine.

Frequently asked questions

Which red wine should I choose for a sangria?

Pick a young, fruity, low-tannin Spanish red wine, such as a Tempranillo or a Garnacha. There's no need for a fine bottle: the wine will be enhanced by the fruit, the cognac and the triple sec.

How long should the sangria macerate?

Let it macerate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, so the fruit flavors the wine. Ideally, make it the day before and let it rest overnight.

Can I make a sangria without cognac or triple sec?

Yes, the wine, fruit, sugar and lemonade are enough to make a successful sangria. The cognac and triple sec only strengthen the taste and the alcohol content. Taste before adjusting the sugar.

How many people does this sangria serve?

This recipe, made with one bottle of red wine and 500 ml of lemonade, serves about 4 people. For a buffet, simply double the quantities and make it in a large pitcher or jar.