Sangria
Sangria
Sangria takes its name from the Spanish word sangre (blood) and is a popular Spanish wine based punch, typically made from red wine, chopped fruit, sweeteners and sometimes brandy or sparkling water. It is fruity, sweet and aromatic, with an alcohol content that usually falls between 4.5% and 12% ABV. Under EU regulations, only Spain and Portugal are permitted to use the Sangria label. Traditionally it is made using Spanish red wine varieties such as Tempranillo or Garnacha. Recipes varies considerably from region to region.
See Also
Espresso Martini
The Espresso Martini, also known as the vodka espresso, is a popular cold, caffeinated alcoholic drink. It blends brewed espresso with vodka, coffee liqueur and simple syrup to give a flavor profile that is bittersweet and strong with a velvety texture.
Aperol Spritz
An Aperol Spritz is an Italian aperitivo cocktail made with Prosecco, Aperol and a splash of soda water. It is vibrant orange in color, with a sparkling texture and a bittersweet taste.
Spritzer
A wine spritzer is a low alcohol cocktail made by mixing white, red or rosé wine with sparkling or soda water. Aromatic white wines like Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling and Gewürztraminer are commonly used.
French Martini
A French Martini is a sweet and tart cocktail made with vodka, pineapple juice and Chambord (French black raspberry liqueur).
New York Sour
A New York Sour is a 19th century cocktail created by mixing a red wine like Malbec or Shiraz with bourbon or rye whiskey, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, and the optional egg white (for foam).
Dirty Martini
A Dirty Martini is a savory variation of the classic Martini cocktail. It is made by adding the juice from a jar of olives (brine) to a standard mix of dry vermouth and gin or vodka.
Kir Royale
The Kir Royale is an elegant French cocktail made by mixing a small amount of crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) with dry champagne or a sparkling wine such as Cava or Prosecco.
Kir
A Kir is a common French cocktail made with 9 parts of white wine and 1 part blackcurrant liqueur (crème de cassis).