Best 4 Classic Sangria Recipes

When it comes to refreshing and flavorful summer drinks, few can beat a classic sangria. This traditional Spanish beverage is a delightful blend of red wine, fresh fruits, and spices, making it a perfect choice for any occasion, whether it's a backyard barbecue, a casual get-together, or a special celebration. With its vibrant colors and tantalizing aroma, sangria has become a favorite among both wine enthusiasts and casual drinkers alike.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC SPANISH SANGRIA

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This is an authentic version of the popular wine drink. You can add any fruit that you want, but I find that apples and pears absorb all the rum. This one is not diluted with carbonated beverages. I have much success with red Burgundy wine and white rum, though spiced rum is nice too.

Provided by Lisa

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Spanish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 lemon
1 lime
1 orange
1 ½ cups rum
½ cup white sugar
1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry red wine
1 cup orange juice

Steps:

Have the fruit, rum, wine, and orange juice well chilled. Slice the lemon, lime and orange into thin rounds and place in a large glass pitcher. Pour in the rum and sugar. Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours to develop the flavors.
When ready to serve, crush the fruit lightly with a wooden spoon and stir in the wine and orange juice. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.4 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 6 mg, Sugar 20.9 g

CLASSIC SANGRIA

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Give this popular Spanish drink time to sit-the longer the fruits and wine get to know each other the better.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 orange, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 lime, thinly sliced crosswise
1 Granny Smith apple, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 cup green grapes, halved
1/4 cup brandy
1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine, such as Rioja or Cabernet Sauvignon
4 cups (32 ounces) chilled lemon-lime soda
Ice

Steps:

In a pitcher or large bowl, combine orange, lime, apple, grapes, brandy, and red wine. Stir to combine and refrigerate 1 hour (or overnight). To serve, add soda and ice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182 g

CLASSIC SANGRIA

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Categories Fruit Juice Liqueur Wine Alcoholic Cocktail Party Orange Red Wine Summer Shower Party Gourmet Drink

Yield Makes 8 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (750-ml) bottle dry red wine
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 unpeeled lemon, sliced
1/2 unpeeled large navel orange, sliced
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 cup Cointreau or other orange liqueur

Steps:

Put wine, juice, and fruit slices in a heatproof pitcher. Bring sugar, water, brandy, and Cointreau just to a simmer in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, then pour into pitcher. Chill, covered, at least 1 hour and up to 24.
Serve over ice.

SUMMER SANGRIA & CLASSIC SANGRIA

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I just love summer and all the wonderful drinks we use to try and cool down. I hope you enjoy these two very different sangrias. I usually add extra fruit to the sangrias, peach wedges to the Classic Sangria and pear slices to the Summer Sangria.

Provided by Baby Kato

Categories Punch Beverage

Time 4h10m

Yield 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 20

Ingredients

1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup triple sec (or other orange liqueur)
1/2 cup brandy
2 (750 ml) bottles dry white wine
1 (750 ml) bottle club soda, chilled
1 cup honeydew melon, balls,or chunks
1 cup cantaloupe ball, or chunks
1/2 cup lemon slice, thinly sliced
1/2 cup lime slice, thinly sliced
1/2 cup orange slice, thinly sliced
1 cup strawberry, whole (no leaves)
15 ice cubes
750 ml dry red wine
6 orange slices, thickly sliced
6 lemon slices, thickly sliced
2 tablespoons triple sec (orange liqueur)
2 tablespoons brandy
1 tablespoon white sugar
750 ml club soda, chilled
30 ice cubes

Steps:

Summer Sangria.
In a large chilled pitcher, combine the sugar, orange liqueur, brandy and white wine.
Cover and refrigerate for 2 1/2 hours.
When ready to serve slowly stir in club soda to taste.
Add all the fruit and ice cubes and ENJOY.
Classic Sangria.
In a large chilled pitcher, combine the red wine, orange and lemon slices, triple sec and brandy with 1 tbsp of sugar.
Cover and refrigerate for 1 1/2 hours.
Before serving add club soda and ice, taste and adjust sugar or soda as preferred.

Tips:

Choose the right wine. A dry red wine, such as a Rioja or Tempranillo, is a good choice for sangria. You can also use a white wine, such as a Sauvignon Blanc or Albariño, for a lighter sangria.

Use fresh fruit. The best sangria is made with fresh fruit. Use a variety of fruits, such as oranges, lemons, limes, apples, and peaches. You can also add other fruits, such as berries, grapes, or melon.

Don't skimp on the spices. Spices are what give sangria its unique flavor. Be sure to add plenty of cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. You can also add other spices, such as cardamom, ginger, or star anise.

Let it chill. Sangria is best served cold. Chill it for at least 2 hours before serving, or overnight for even better flavor.

Serve it with a garnish. A garnish of fresh fruit, mint, or cinnamon sticks will make your sangria look and taste even more festive.

Conclusion:

Sangria is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find a sangria that you love.