Mediterra Restaurant's Sangria `How To'
Mediterra shares its classic formula for preparing authentic Sangria. The secret is in... well, see for yourself.
Warning: Can trigger a visit to Mediterra's Taverna or Patio at 29 Hulfish Street, Princeton, New Jersey 08542.
How to Make Red Sangria - Best Drink Recipes
Sangria is a typical beverage from Spain and Portugal. It normally consists of wine, chopped fruit, a sweetener, and a small amount of added brandy. Chopped fruit can include orange, lemon, lime, apple, peach, melon, berries, pineapple, grape, kiwifruit and mango. A sweetener such as honey, sugar, syrup, or orange juice is added. Instead of brandy, other liquids such as Seltzer, Sprite or 7 Up may be added. The use of the word sangria in labels is now restricted under European law. Only sangria made in Spain and Portugal will be allowed to be sold under that name after the European Parliament green-lighted new wine labeling in January 2014.
Variations:
Because of the variation in recipes, sangria's alcoholic content can vary greatly, usually from 4 percent up to about 11 percent. The ingredients in sangria vary, particularly in the type of fruit used, the kind of spirits added (if any), and the presence or lack of carbonation.
White wine can be used instead of red, in which case the result is called sangria blanca or, as in Argentina and Paraguay, clerico. Some recipes that use heavier reds can be lightened by mixing a bottle of white in the mix. In some parts of Southern Spain, sangria is called zurra and is made with peaches or nectarines.[2] In most recipes, wine is the dominant ingredient and acts as a base. In some regions of Portugal cinnamon and medronho (the fruit of strawberry trees) brandy are used.
Mulled wine can be used to provide a rich full-bodied taste, chilled with orange juice, lemonade and a sliced pear to add sweetness.
Preparation consists of cutting the fruit in thin slices or small cubes, then mixing in advance all ingredients except for ice and carbonated sodas. After several hours, or a full day in a refrigerator to allow time for the fruit flavors to blend with the rest of the ingredients, the ice and any last-minute ingredients are added and the drinks are poured.
A non-alcoholic version of sangria is made from wine grapes, carbonated water, essence of lemon, and cane sugar.
Sangaree (drink) is a similar drink associated with the West Indies and the name sangaree is an archaic English name for sangria itself.[3]
Mangria is a variation created by radio/television personality Adam Carolla. It is a red wine mixed with vodka, thus giving it a higher alcohol content. The commercial version sold by Adam Carolla is red wine and grape vodka with orange juice.
Sangria is served throughout Spain and Portugal during summer, and in the southern and eastern parts of the countries year-round. In these places it is a popular drink among tourists at bars, pubs and restaurants where it is often served in 1-litre pitchers or other containers large enough to hold a bottle of wine plus the added ingredients. A lid or other strainer for the container helps prevent the fruit and ice cubes from falling into the glass. Among the Spanish and Portuguese, sangria is most typically served at informal social gatherings, much like punch, from a punchbowl. Sangria is often served with a wooden spoon, used to get fruit out of the bottom of the punchbowl or pitcher. Sangria is also commonly served in Cuba, Peru, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Chile, and Argentina.
Bottled sangria can be bought in some countries. In the parlance of EU administrators, such products are referred to as aromatised wines.
Sangria has become popular in the UK and the U.S., with many supermarkets stocking it during summer months. Sangría Señorial, a sangria-flavored non-alcoholic soft drink distributed by Tipp under the Jarritos family, has become popular in the United States.
Sparkling White Citrus Sangria ~ White Sangria Recipe~ Torani Friday ~ Noreen's Kitchen
Since Cinco De Mayo was just the other day I thought it would be fun to continue the celebration and make a festive drink to share over the weekend! This week for Torani Friday I am sharing a delicious sparkling white citrus sangria that is perfect for the warm months of summer ahead. The beauty of this recipe is that you can make it up to two days ahead, and stow it in the fridge and you will be ready when your guests arrive! No fuss, no muss! Perfect party refreshment!
This starts with a bottle of white wine. Since this is a white sangria, you will need white wine. You may use the wine of your choice, however usually the recommendation is to go with a dryer wine like a chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pino Grigio but, if you are like me and like a sweeter wine, go with a moscato or in my case I have used a North Carolina wine from the Duplin Winery that is actually a sangria wine. The wine I have used is made from native muscadine grapes and is delicious and sweet. I believe this is all a matter of personal preference.
Now sangria is a blend of wine and liquor, not just wine that has some fruit tossed into it to make it pretty. It usually has some added juice as well. I have used a citrus infused vodka as well as Triple Sec, some lime juice and three flavors of Torani syrup, lemon, lime and tangerine. This combination along with the other ingredients turned my Sangria the color of a beautiful summer sunset! I added thinly sliced Granny Smith apple, orange, lemon and lime to the mix as well.
You don't have to have Torani to make this but it does make it even more amazing. If you are not using the syrups, you can use a cup of granulated sugar instead. Since I love Torani I developed this recipe so I could use mine. You will love this!
If you want to mix things up look at the collection of syrups you have on hand. Maybe you want to mix pineapple, strawberry and peach instead of my combination! Make yours the way you love it!
Once you have everything all set in a container. You can use a pitcher with a lid or do what I did and use a two quart jar with a tight fitting lid. Give the jar a couple of good shakes to distribute everything and then set in the fridge for at least 24 hours but no longer than 48 hours. If you need to keep this past 48 hours, you will need to remove the fruit or it will begin to ferment and make something you won't want to drink.
To serve this delicious refresher, just pour over ice and add some sparkling water or club soda and garnish with additional sliced fruits. Pop in a straw and enjoy!
I hope you will give this sparkling white citrus sangria a try in the coming warm weather months! I hope you love it!
Happy eating!
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