Authentic Sangria Recipe Spain, Europe

According to European legislation, sangría, which should have anywhere from 4.5 to 12% alcohol per volume, is made with red wine, citrus fruits, the juice of such fruits, a sweetener, usually sugar, and carbonated water. However, depending on the additional ingredients, sangrías differ not only from region to region but from household to household. If white wine is used instead of the traditional red, we are talking of sangría blanca, while in Catalonia they use a type of sparkling wine called Cava. There is also a special kind of sangría from Asturias which is made with their local cider. Spices such as cinnamon and ginger may be included, but also various fruits like peaches, apples, strawberries, pineapple, mango, and even bananas. Carbonated water may be replaced with either orange, lemon, or lemon-lime soft drink, while honey or sugar syrup can be used instead of sugar. Brandy and other spirits and flavored liqueurs can also be added. The preparation ... Read more