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| − | + | Sangria is a melange of fruit and wine that tempts your taste buds in the way that only sangria can. Refreshing, customizable, and perfect fo parties, a pitcher of sangria is when wine soaks in fresh fruit, taking on the sweetness and imparting an incredible bite to the fruit itself. | |
== Traditional Ingredients == | == Traditional Ingredients == | ||
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* 1 bottle (1.5L) of Merlot or Spanish Roja | * 1 bottle (1.5L) of Merlot or Spanish Roja | ||
* 1/3 cup brandy | * 1/3 cup brandy | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
===Making Traditional Red Sangria=== | ===Making Traditional Red Sangria=== | ||
| − | #Chop up the citrus into 1/4-inch thick wedges and remove any large seeds. Keep the rinds on the fruit, as they will help flavor the drink later on. When choosing the amount of citrus, lean towards the oranges and use the lemon and limes lightly. Most people love to eat the fruit in the drink, but few people can handle a straight lemon or lime!<ref>http://minimalistbaker.com/easy-traditional-red-sangria/</ | + | #Chop up the citrus into 1/4-inch thick wedges and remove any large seeds. Keep the rinds on the fruit, as they will help flavor the drink later on. When choosing the amount of citrus, lean towards the oranges and use the lemon and limes lightly. Most people love to eat the fruit in the drink, but few people can handle a straight lemon or lime!<ref name="rf1">http://minimalistbaker.com/easy-traditional-red-sangria/</ref> |
#*The amount and variety of fruit you choose is up to you -- sangria is endlessly customizable. | #*The amount and variety of fruit you choose is up to you -- sangria is endlessly customizable. | ||
#Core and apple and cut into bite-sized slices. Again, remove any seeds so that people can munch on the fruit without worrying about breaking a molar. Furthermore, seeds are usually bitter, and can impact the final flavor. | #Core and apple and cut into bite-sized slices. Again, remove any seeds so that people can munch on the fruit without worrying about breaking a molar. Furthermore, seeds are usually bitter, and can impact the final flavor. | ||
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#Add the splash of brandy and continue to muddle for another 20-30 seconds. Like all the other ingredients, you can adjust the brandy to match your taste, and you can add a few other liquids here if you'd like to try something new: | #Add the splash of brandy and continue to muddle for another 20-30 seconds. Like all the other ingredients, you can adjust the brandy to match your taste, and you can add a few other liquids here if you'd like to try something new: | ||
#*'''Orange Liquor:''' Gives a nice, sweet little kick to the drink without water down the alcohol content. | #*'''Orange Liquor:''' Gives a nice, sweet little kick to the drink without water down the alcohol content. | ||
| − | #*'''Orange Juice:''' Sweetens up the drink while adding a little more citrus. Also stretches out the drink a bit more and cuts some of the alcohol.<ref>http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sangria-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203517</ref> | + | #*'''Orange Juice:''' Sweetens up the drink while adding a little more citrus. Also stretches out the drink a bit more and cuts some of the alcohol.<ref name="rf2">http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-make-sangria-cooking-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203517</ref> |
#Add in the bottle of red wine, usually a Roja or a Merlot, and stir well. You want a light, refreshing white wine for the best sangria. Traditionally, sangria is made with a Spanish Roja, but most people substitute a nice Merlot without missing anything. | #Add in the bottle of red wine, usually a Roja or a Merlot, and stir well. You want a light, refreshing white wine for the best sangria. Traditionally, sangria is made with a Spanish Roja, but most people substitute a nice Merlot without missing anything. | ||
#Consider letting the drink chill for at least 3-4 hours to gain flavor. You can serve the Sangria as is if you add ice, or let it blend in the refrigerator for a few hours. The choice is yours. Either way, serve the drink on ice for a refreshing, wonderful burst of flavor. If you want, you can even leave the drink to blend overnight for the best flavor. | #Consider letting the drink chill for at least 3-4 hours to gain flavor. You can serve the Sangria as is if you add ice, or let it blend in the refrigerator for a few hours. The choice is yours. Either way, serve the drink on ice for a refreshing, wonderful burst of flavor. If you want, you can even leave the drink to blend overnight for the best flavor. | ||
| − | #*Many recipes claim you '''must''' let it sit for 4 hours. While this will taste better, it is not strictly necessary.<ref>http://www.epicurious.com/recipes-menus/how-to-make-sangria-without-a-recipe-article</ref> | + | #*Many recipes claim you '''must''' let it sit for 4 hours. While this will taste better, it is not strictly necessary.<ref name="rf3">http://www.epicurious.com/recipes-menus/how-to-make-sangria-without-a-recipe-article</ref> |
#Serve over "bubbles," adding a splash of carbonation right before serving. Everything is a bit more refreshing when it has some fizz to it, and Sangria is no different. Furthermore, this is just one more chance to customize your perfect version of the classic cocktail. | #Serve over "bubbles," adding a splash of carbonation right before serving. Everything is a bit more refreshing when it has some fizz to it, and Sangria is no different. Furthermore, this is just one more chance to customize your perfect version of the classic cocktail. | ||
#*'''Club Soda:''' Perfect if you like a little refreshing fizz in your drink. Add as much as you added brandy. | #*'''Club Soda:''' Perfect if you like a little refreshing fizz in your drink. Add as much as you added brandy. | ||
#*'''Seltzer Water:''' Has a bit more pucker to it, making it a great choice to balance out too-sweet sangrias, in particular. You can even try flavored seltzers, like Lemon-Lime. | #*'''Seltzer Water:''' Has a bit more pucker to it, making it a great choice to balance out too-sweet sangrias, in particular. You can even try flavored seltzers, like Lemon-Lime. | ||
| − | #*'''Champagne or Prosecco:''' This is sangria, so go nuts! A bubbly, light, and crisp wine or prosecco will keep the drink strong and add a refreshing punch of bubbles.< | + | #*'''Champagne or Prosecco:''' This is sangria, so go nuts! A bubbly, light, and crisp wine or prosecco will keep the drink strong and add a refreshing punch of bubbles.<ref name="rf3" /> |
===Trying Sangria Variations=== | ===Trying Sangria Variations=== | ||
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#*Blackberries | #*Blackberries | ||
#*Blueberries | #*Blueberries | ||
| − | #Try a white wine sangria with new fruits and a dry, crisp white, like a Rioja or Pinto Gris. White wine makes incredibly refreshing sangria, especially when paired with a nice bubbly finish. In place of brandy, use a light liquor (apple, lemon, peach schnapps, vermouth.). That said, white wines tend to do better with different fruits than those used for red sangria. Try out:< | + | #Try a white wine sangria with new fruits and a dry, crisp white, like a Rioja or Pinto Gris. White wine makes incredibly refreshing sangria, especially when paired with a nice bubbly finish. In place of brandy, use a light liquor (apple, lemon, peach schnapps, vermouth.). That said, white wines tend to do better with different fruits than those used for red sangria. Try out:<ref name="rf4">http://www.bonappetit.com/recipe/sangria-blanco</ref> |
#*Apples | #*Apples | ||
#*Lemons and Limes | #*Lemons and Limes | ||
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#*Pears | #*Pears | ||
#*Strawberries | #*Strawberries | ||
| − | #*Kiwis<ref>http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/white-sangria-recipe.html</ref> | + | #*Kiwis<ref name="rf5">http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/rachael-ray/white-sangria-recipe.html</ref> |
#Experiment with less traditional wine types. Sangria is not supposed to be complicated or set in stone. Knowing this, chefs and bartenders across the world are considering new bases for their drinks, including: | #Experiment with less traditional wine types. Sangria is not supposed to be complicated or set in stone. Knowing this, chefs and bartenders across the world are considering new bases for their drinks, including: | ||
#*'''Rosé:''' The bubbly pink drink mixes well with fruit and delivers all the bubbles right off the top. Be careful not to let it go flat before serving, however. | #*'''Rosé:''' The bubbly pink drink mixes well with fruit and delivers all the bubbles right off the top. Be careful not to let it go flat before serving, however. | ||
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#*St. Germain | #*St. Germain | ||
#*Schnapps | #*Schnapps | ||
| − | #*Triple Sec<ref>http://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/common-mistakes/article/how-to-make-sangria</ | + | #*Triple Sec<ref name="rf6">http://www.bonappetit.com/test-kitchen/common-mistakes/article/how-to-make-sangria</ref> |
#Blend the citrus juice with spices ahead of time for a smoother drink. Instead of chopping all of the fruit, juice oranges, lime and lemon in a small saucepan; add 2-3 tablespoons caster sugar, a pinch of nutmeg, and a ground cinnamon stick and heat just until is steams, removing immediately and letting it cool before adding the wine. | #Blend the citrus juice with spices ahead of time for a smoother drink. Instead of chopping all of the fruit, juice oranges, lime and lemon in a small saucepan; add 2-3 tablespoons caster sugar, a pinch of nutmeg, and a ground cinnamon stick and heat just until is steams, removing immediately and letting it cool before adding the wine. | ||
#*Heat liquid (whilst stirring) until steam rises from surface - do not simmer. | #*Heat liquid (whilst stirring) until steam rises from surface - do not simmer. | ||
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#*Squeezed lemon, lime, and or orange juice to taste | #*Squeezed lemon, lime, and or orange juice to taste | ||
#*Red wine | #*Red wine | ||
| − | #*Sparkling water<ref>http://www.wellfedhomestead.com/homemade-sangria-with-honey</ref> | + | #*Sparkling water<ref name="rf7">http://www.wellfedhomestead.com/homemade-sangria-with-honey</ref> |
#Try a white wine and iced tea sangria. The tea takes the place of the liquor, providing a lightly herbal note to the drink. This pares it well with almost any fruit, and can be topped with a bit of basil for a light, unique garnish. | #Try a white wine and iced tea sangria. The tea takes the place of the liquor, providing a lightly herbal note to the drink. This pares it well with almost any fruit, and can be topped with a bit of basil for a light, unique garnish. | ||
| − | #*Try this with mango, peach, lemon, and strawberry.<ref>http://kirbiecravings.com/2014/06/iced-tea-sangria.html</ref> | + | #*Try this with mango, peach, lemon, and strawberry.<ref name="rf8">http://kirbiecravings.com/2014/06/iced-tea-sangria.html</ref> |
#*Use honey to sweeten the drink simply if you need a little sugar. | #*Use honey to sweeten the drink simply if you need a little sugar. | ||
#Try a super-easy "campfire" sangria. This won't win you any style points, but campfire cocktails aren't supposed to be classy. All you'll need are three ingredients, mixed to your taste preferences. Three parts wine to one part soda is a good starting ratio: | #Try a super-easy "campfire" sangria. This won't win you any style points, but campfire cocktails aren't supposed to be classy. All you'll need are three ingredients, mixed to your taste preferences. Three parts wine to one part soda is a good starting ratio: | ||
#*1 box Red wine | #*1 box Red wine | ||
#*1 2L bottle orange soda | #*1 2L bottle orange soda | ||
| − | #*2-3 pieces of fruit (lemons, apples, strawberries)<ref>http://www.practicallyfunctional.com/poor-mans-sangria-or-tinto-de-verano/</ref> | + | #*2-3 pieces of fruit (lemons, apples, strawberries)<ref name="rf9">http://www.practicallyfunctional.com/poor-mans-sangria-or-tinto-de-verano/</ref> |
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