TRADITIONAL SANGRIA
Rafael Mateo, the proprietor of Pata Negra, a Spanish wine bar in the East Village, formulated this sangria that is winelike and very refreshing, with a keen balance of tart and fruity flavors. Unlike many recipes, which specify Rioja made from the tempranillo grape, Mr. Mateo prefers using garnacha from Campo de Borja in central Spain, which he said has backbone without being overly tannic. He lightens the blend by adding rosé, and sweetens it with orange liqueur and orange soda rather than with fruit purée, a common addition, which he dislikes because, he said, it gives the sangria a grainy texture. He experimented with orange juice rather than soda, but found it, too, changed the texture. Finally, he allows the punch to knit together overnight and adds cut fruit only at the end, as a garnish.
Provided by Eric Asimov
Categories easy, editors' pick
Time 10m
Yield 10 1/2 cups (about 16 servings)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large vessel, combine all liquid ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon. Let rest for 5 minutes. Taste, and add sugar if desired, stirring to dissolve. Refrigerate for at least four hours, preferably overnight.
- To serve, fill glasses with ice. Pour 5 ounces sangria into each glass and garnish with diced apple and orange wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 145, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 9 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
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Devin Gonzalez
devin.g@gmail.comI've made this sangria several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for a party or a special occasion.
Sky Garrett
garrett-s83@aol.comThis sangria is so good! I love the combination of the fruit and the wine. It's the perfect drink for a summer party.
Yasir Rehman balkhu
b-y30@gmail.comThis sangria is the perfect drink for a party. It's easy to make and everyone loves it.
Afamag Penja
penja30@aol.comThis sangria is delicious and refreshing. I love the way the flavors of the fruit and the wine come together.
jamalus dingulus
j-dingulus@hotmail.comI love this sangria! It's the perfect drink for a relaxing evening at home.
Keitumetse Mothwa
mothwa-keitumetse67@hotmail.comThis sangria is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can make it ahead of time and it's always ready when I need it.
RK RAKIB GAMER
rk_r@yahoo.comI've made this sangria several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect drink for a party or a special occasion.
Prof J TV
prof-j57@aol.comThis sangria is delicious and refreshing. I love the combination of the fruit and the wine.
Noormd Mollah
n.mollah@gmail.comI love this sangria! It's the perfect drink for a summer party.
Cameron Williams
wcameron@yahoo.comThis is the best sangria recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and refreshing.
Alazar Kassahun
kassahun54@yahoo.comThis sangria is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love that I can use whatever fruit I have on hand.
Chas Allen
chas94@hotmail.comI made this sangria for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I will definitely be making it again.
Tom Sixone
st62@yahoo.comThis sangria is delicious! I love the way the flavors of the fruit and the wine come together. It's the perfect drink for a relaxing evening.
Zulaikha Rani
rani@gmail.comI've made this sangria recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. It's the perfect drink for a summer party or barbecue.
walid Siddik Jamil
s.walid53@yahoo.comThis sangria was a hit at my party! It was so refreshing and flavorful. I loved the combination of the fruit and the wine.