Basic Sangria (Spain)

2007 December 5
by Connie Gikas

Printable Recipe 

                        

Recipe By:               Carol Seminara
Serving Size  :         12   

Categories    : 6 Flavors Over Texas

  Amount                Ingredient

  2                            bottles  dry red wine — traditionally red Rioja wine,
                                such as Tempranillo or Grenache
  2                            tablespoons  granulated sugar — or more if needed
  2                            large  oranges — thinly sliced into rounds
  2                            large  lemons — thinly sliced into rounds
  2                            medium  peaches — peeled, pitted and cut into chunks
  2                            cups  club soda
  2                            large  juice of oranges
  2                            large  juice of lemons
                                ice — for serving

Combine the red wine, sugar, juices, and sliced fruits in a large
serving pitcher, mixing well. Refrigerate for several hours,
preferably overnight.

Immediately before serving, mix in the club soda.

Pour over ice to serve.

                                 

Per Serving (excluding unknown items): 31 Calories; trace Fat (1.8% calories from fat); trace Protein; 8g Carbohydrate; 1g Dietary Fiber; 0mg Cholesterol; 12mg Sodium.  Exchanges: 1/2 Fruit; 0 Other Carbohydrates.

NOTES : Sangria is a red wine punch that originated in the Rioja region of
Spain. This simple recipe is delicious as is, but it also makes a
good basis for creating your own unique version. Cognac or rum can be
added for extra zip.

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