Spain is one of the most popular destinations for travelers with its magnificent cities and vibrant streets. There are many historical and natural beauties to be seen in the country, which has every opportunity to experience the colorful city life to the fullest. Spain, one of the Mediterranean countries, also stands out in gastronomy tourism. Tourists who want to try the food and drinks that carry the breeze of the Mediterranean in its culinary culture flock to the country every year. 

 

Spain, which has a rich beverage culture, is home to many world-famous drinks. In the country where alcoholic beverage consumption is widespread, alcoholic drinks are available in restaurants, bars, and many cafes. Cava, Clara, Rebujito, Sangria, Tinto de Veran, and beer are among the most consumed alcoholic drinks by Spaniards. Sangria is one of the most consumed alcoholic drinks in Spain, especially in the summer months, and you can find it in almost every restaurant in the country. 

 

 

Meet Sangria, a Spanish cocktail that can add freshness to your hot summer days. An ice-cold Spanish cocktail that will add joy to your day throughout the summer, sangria is a wine-based cocktail flavored with fruits. It is prepared by blending a spicy red wine with an alcoholic drink (rum, vodka, or brandy) and is the best friend of all crowded activities. This delicious drink contains a lot of yeast, orange juice, and fruit pieces. 

 

Named after the Latin word "sangius" meaning "blood", this fun drink is one of the most popular cocktails in the world with its blood-red color. The drink, which accompanies the Spaniards on their special days, entertainment, and celebrations, is also widely consumed in South America.

 

 

Known for its festive entertainment and delicious food, Spain has many popular cocktails and alcoholic drinks. Classic Spanish Sangria is prepared by adding apples, oranges, blackberries, and strawberries to red wine. Orange liqueur and lemon soda are added to the fruity mixture. The drink is consumed chilled and is the most preferred spring and summer drink on hot days. As a fruit-flavored wine-based cocktail, it is an indispensable summer drink for those who love mulled wine. 

 

There are hundreds of different recipes for Sangria, which can be customized with different fruits and alcoholic beverages according to everyone's taste. You can also choose strawberry, melon, cherry, peach, apple, blackberry, cantaloupe, and strawberry varieties of this extraordinary drink that can harmonize with many summer fruits.

 

 

Sangria, which has a very old history, emerged thanks to the favorable economic and commercial conditions of the Roman Empire. The empire started to grow grapes in Europe and Spain became a place where quality grapes and wines were produced thanks to the advantage of its climate and geographical location. In the south of Spain, the fruit was added to the wine to flavor wines made from poor-quality grapes. Later on, various additions were made to the mixture and it became what it is today. According to historians, this is how the cocktail known today as Sangria reached our day.

 

 

• Spanish champagne Cava: You should definitely try the sparkling champagne produced with grapes specific to the country on your trip to Spain.

• Moscatell wine: A sweet white wine produced with nutmeg grapes, it is usually consumed with meals.

• Clara: Clara, a beer cocktail that Spaniards prefer to consume in summer, is among the alternatives you can cool off when you travel to the country.

• Vermouth: Vermouth, a spicy and high-alcoholic wine, is a drink consumed worldwide, but trying this flavor on the historical streets of Spain can add pleasure to your holiday.

 

When you are in Spain, you should take care to explore the country's historical cities and enjoy its natural beauties. There are many areas where you can socialize in the country with its colorful entertainment life.  Make sure you spend enough time exploring the museums, art galleries, cafes, and restaurants. While witnessing the culture of Spain, taking care to get to know the beverage culture will help you get to know the culture of the country more closely.