Sangria

clipped from en.wikipedia.org Sangría is a wine punch typical from Spain that can be also found in Portugal. The word sangría comes from the Spanish sangre meaning blood. It typically consists of red wine, chopped or sliced fruit, a sweetener such as honey or orange juice, a small amount of added brandy, triple sec, or other spirits. gaseosa, which is similar to lemonade but less sweet Because of the variation in recipes, sangría's alcoholic content can vary greatly. The ingredients in sangría 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 sangría blanca. In some parts of southern Spain, sangría is called zurra and is made with peaches or nectarines. In most recipes, wine is the dominant ingredient and acts as a base.