Best 3 Clerico Recipes

Clericó is a traditional Chilean wine punch served during the summer months. It is made with red wine, fruit, and pisco, a Chilean brandy. The most common fruits used in clericó are strawberries, peaches, and apples, but other fruits such as pineapple, mango, and papaya can also be used. Clericó is typically served chilled and is a popular drink at parties and gatherings. While the classic Clericó recipe is made with red wine and seasonal fruits, there are also variations made with white wine, sparkling wine, or even non-alcoholic beverages. In this article, we will provide recipes for three different versions of Clericó: the classic red wine Clericó, a refreshing white wine Clericó, and a non-alcoholic Sparkling Clericó. Get ready to impress your friends and family with these delicious and festive drinks!

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CLERICO

Clerico image

Say hello to your new summer sip: clerico -- South America's version of sangria. The refreshing cocktail is made from a mix of white wine and fruits. Present this party-pleaser in a glass pitcher, or pour it into lidded jars to bring on a picnic.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield Makes about 10 cups (fruit and liquid)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 bottles dry white wine, like Sauvignon Blanc
1/4 cup brandy
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 cups sliced peaches
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 cup halved seedless grapes
Thinly sliced banana
Ice

Steps:

To make, combine wine with brandy, lemon juice, and sugar in a 3-quart pitcher. Stir until sugar is dissolved, then add peaches, strawberries, and grapes. Let chill at least 2 hours and up to overnight. Mix in banana just before serving. Pour into glasses filled with ice, and use a spoon to scoop the wine-soaked fruit into each one.

CLERICO: SUMMER WHITE SANGRIA

Clerico: Summer White Sangria image

Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 5 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

2 (750 ml) bottles inexpensive white wine (nothing too sweet)
2 bananas, peeled, sliced in 2-inch slices
1 orange, rind reserved, cut in segments
6 peaches, peeled, sliced in 6 wedges each
1 red apple, center removed, chopped medium dice
6 plums, sliced in 6 wedges each
2 lemons, reserve rind, juiced
1 cup red grapes
2 cups ice
Sugar
8 ounces seltzer or lemon-lime soda, optional

Steps:

Place all fruit in a glass pitcher. Add 2 cups ice, lemon juice, orange and lemon rind, all the white wine and allow to sit in the refrigerator until just before serving.
At the last minute, add sugar, to taste and soda, if desired.

CLERICó (URUGUAYAN WINE AND FRUIT DRINK)

Clericó (Uruguayan Wine and Fruit Drink) image

Clericó a popular fruity punch consumed in vast measures, much like sangria, during the summer months on the breezy coast of Uruguay. The calories from the wine don't count because of all the healthy fruit! I didn't include the time for the drink to sit and "marinate"! Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories Punch Beverage

Time 20m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 bananas
1 apple
1 orange
6 strawberries
1/2 lb grapes
1/2 lb sugar
2 liters white wine

Steps:

Remove the skin of all the fruits and cut the fruit into small pieces. Put the fruit in a large bowl and cover the fruit with the sugar.
Pour enough wine to cover the fruit and sugar and place bowl in the fridge.
Leave it for at least 2 hours (longer preferred), and then mix it with the rest of the wine. Serve each drink with some fruit in the glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 392, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 13.9, Carbohydrate 55.7, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 44.8, Protein 1.1

Tips:

Use fresh, ripe fruit: The quality of your fruit will greatly impact the flavor of your clericó. Choose ripe, flavorful fruit that is in season.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different fruits: There are many different types of fruits that can be used to make clericó. Try using a variety of fruits to create a unique and delicious drink.
Use a good quality wine: The wine you use will also impact the flavor of your clericó. Choose a wine that you enjoy drinking on its own.
Don't over-sweeten your clericó: Clericó is a refreshing drink, so you don't want to make it too sweet. Start with a small amount of sugar and add more to taste.
Serve your clericó chilled: Clericó is best served chilled. You can chill it in the refrigerator for a few hours or overnight.

Conclusion:

Clericó is a refreshing and flavorful drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With a little experimentation, you can create a clericó that you and your friends will love. ¡Salud!