From Stacy Slinkard,
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Sangria, a super summertime wine "punch" with its traditional heritage well rooted in Spain. Typically, Sangria is made with red wine, fresh, seasonal fruit and a bit of bubbly water or citrus flavored soda. It is easy to make, easy to drink and a huge hit at summer get togethers - even for those who are not "into wine." While Spain is heralded as the creator of Sangria, countries all over the globe have adapted the recipe to make a fruit-filled wine beverage that is refreshing and easy to drink with a wide variety of foods. If you would like to see and "live" demo of making a Sangria click here.

The Basic Sangria Recipe

The beauty of the basic Sangria recipe is that it's as delicious as it is easy, and it only gets better as you spice it up with your own additions!

The Spicy Sangria Recipe

Hot and Spicy Sangria, a super summertime delight! Great compliment for a summer afternoon filled with chips, salsa and your favorite guacamole recipe - best enjoyed on the patio!

The Super Fruity Sangria

This Sangria recipe maximizes the fruit content and adds a new twist, using a white wine, instead of traditional reds.

The Best Party Sangria

This Sangria recipe is perfect for big summer parties - always a favorite, you may consider doubling the recipe.

Passion Fruit Sangria Use pineapple and passion fruit juice mixed with a sweet white wine, to make an unforgettable Sangria.

The New Zealander Sangria

Kiwis and limes make this a knock-out Sangria recipe with origins from the islands Down Under.

The Patriot Sangria

This festive Sangria is perfect for the Fourth of July or any summer cookout! The brandy adds its own unique zest to give this Sangria just a bit more hype.

The White Wine Sangria

A super simple recipe that features white wine as it's foundational ingredient - vibrant and refreshing for summertime get-togethers!

The White Lightning Sangria

A flashy Sangria that is sure to light up any back deck party, this white wine Sangria is easy to make and quick to refill. It offers a powerful "cocktail-like" punch with its dash of vodka.

"Just Peachy" - a White Wine Sangria

A refreshing summer drink that ups the ante with a splash of peach Schnapps, the Just Peachy white wine Sangria will add sizzle to any summer time get shindigs.

St. Patrick's Day Sangria - a Red Wine Sangria

This recipe takes a wee bit o' Irish Whiskey and transforms the traditional Spanish Sangria into a festive, "Irish" Sangria.

Strawberry Sangria - a Rosé Wine Sangria

This is the Wine Lover's answer to strawberry daiquiris. Taking advantage of one of summertime's favorite fruits, fresh strawberries, and mixing it with one of summer's most requested wines, a Rosé - this Strawberry Sangria recipe is sure to be a hit anytime, anywhere this summer!

To add a bit more of the traditional flare to your Sangria serving, you may consider adding a bona fide sangria pitcher imported from Spain to your summer serving ware.