Majorca Sangria the Real Deal

Take your taste buds on a sun-soaked journey to Spain with "Majorca Sangria the Real Deal," an authentic recipe that perfectly captures the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. Crafted with robust Spanish red wine—preferably Tempranillo or Garnacha—this sangria harmoniously blends fresh orange and lemon juices, a splash of brandy, and the zest of Triple Sec or Cointreau. Muddled fruit, including orange, lemon, green apple, and strawberries, adds layers of refreshing sweetness, while a hint of cinnamon stick infuses a warm, spiced nuance. After a chill in the fridge to meld the flavors, sparkling water is added for a refreshing effervescence. Perfect for hosting, this fruity, boozy delight is best served over ice with a spoon to scoop up every juicy morsel. Whether it's a summer soirée or a tapas-style night, this classic sangria will become your signature crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 750 ml Red wine (preferably Spanish Tempranillo or Garnacha)
• 240 ml Fresh orange juice
• 60 ml Fresh lemon juice
• 120 ml Brandy
• 60 ml Triple sec or Cointreau
• 50 g Granulated sugar
• 240 ml Soda water or sparkling water
• 1 Orange
• 1 Lemon
• 1 Green apple
• 100 g Strawberries
• 1 Cinnamon stick
• 200 g Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Wash the orange, lemon, green apple, and strawberries thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Cut the orange and lemon into thin slices. Cut the green apple into small cubes, leaving the skin on. Hull and halve the strawberries.

Step 3

In a large pitcher, combine the orange slices, lemon slices, apple cubes, and strawberries.

Step 4

Pour the granulated sugar over the fruit in the pitcher and gently muddle the fruit for 1-2 minutes to release their juices.

Step 5

Add the brandy, triple sec (or Cointreau), orange juice, and lemon juice to the pitcher. Stir well until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 6

Pour the red wine into the pitcher and gently stir to combine. Add the cinnamon stick for a touch of spice.

Step 7

Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Just before serving, add the soda water or sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently.

Step 9

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and ladle the sangria into the glasses, ensuring each glass gets a mix of fruit and liquid.

Step 10

Serve immediately with a long spoon or straw and enjoy your authentic Majorca Sangria!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2220.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1655.4

Total Fat 2.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 56.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 178.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.1g	0%
Total Sugars 137.5g
Protein 5.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 204.1mg	0%
Iron 4.2mg	0%
Potassium 2081.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.4%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 94.5%