- Glossary
- Sangria - Spanish wine drink
Sangria - Spanish wine drink
Sangria is a traditional Spanish alcoholic drink made from red wine and fresh fruit. It typically contains oranges, lemons, apples, and berries with a sweetener. The name comes from the Spanish word sangre (blood). It is served chilled as a popular summer refreshment.
- The name sangria comes from the Spanish word sangre, meaning blood, due to its deep red color.
- In the EU, the name sangria is protected and may only be used for drinks from Spain and Portugal.
- Original sangria was created as a way to improve the taste of lower quality wines with fruit.
- Besides classic red, there is also sangria blanca made with white wine and tinto de verano with lemonade.
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