01. Since 2014, the name “sangria” is exclusively reserved for Spain and Portugal. 02. To be considered sangria, it must contain at least 50% wine. 03. The alcohol content must not exceed 12° or fall below 4.5°. 04. Sangria made with white wine is known as clareá. 05. Although its
01. Since 2014, the name “sangria” is exclusively reserved for Spain and Portugal.
02. To be considered sangria, it must contain at least 50% wine.
03. The alcohol content must not exceed 12° or fall below 4.5°.
04. Sangria made with white wine is known as clareá.
05. Although its origins are somewhat unclear, it is believed to date back to the 17th century, when peasants across the Iberian Peninsula began sweetening wine by mixing it with different fruits — planting the seed of what would become this beloved drink.
06. When the mix includes high-proof spirits, such as brandy, aguardiente, or vermouth, it goes by the name zurra or zurracapote.
07. It’s commonly said that its name comes from the word sangre (blood), owing to its distinctive color. Seems pretty logical, doesn’t it?
