Category: Sangria

Sangria“sang-gree-uh”Sangria means “bloodletting” in Spanish and in Portuguese.The term sangria used for the drink can be traced back to the 18th century According to the SAGE Encyclopedia of Alcohol, sangria’s origins “cannot be pinpointed exactly, but early versions were popular in Spain, Greece, and England”Sangria is an alcoholic punch that originated in Spain and Portugal. There are two common varieties: red sangria and white sangria. It’s typically made with wine, liqueur, sparkling water, fruit juice, and lots of sliced fruit.