Sangria is an alcoholic drink of Spanish origin based on red wine and fruit. It’s a sweet and refreshing beverage for ideal for sunshine days and hot weather.
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Sangria recipe
Use a big jug (2 litres or more). Cut the following fruit in cubes or wedges:
2 pears
5 plums
3 peaches
1 lemon (squeeze the juice in the jug and add it)
1 orange (squeeze the juice in the jug and add it)
750 ml red wine (Merlot, Tempranillo, Rioja or something fruity)
500 ml lemonade
Sugar to taste, I normally add 5 tablespoons
Stir everything with a big spoon. Leave it to rest in the fridge for 3-4 hours.
Enjoy!