What is sangria made from?

Sangria is a legally protected designation in Spain and Portugal for an aromatic wine-based mixed drink.

This punch-like beverage is made from red wine, fruit pieces, and fruit juice, and is often mixed with spirits.

Sangria is served cold in glass carafes or, when it's hot, diluted with water. In Spain, sangria is a simple party drink, similar to punch in Germany or mulled wine in Great Britain. Because sangria is an easy-to-prepare punch, there are many variations.

A related summer drink is Tinto de Verano. It consists of red wine with lemon soda and is also served chilled.

Sangria Blanca, also known as Clarea in Spain, uses white wine or sparkling wine (Cava) as its base. A version flavored with brandy is called Zurra.