The wonderful idea of mixing wine with other ingredients to make cocktails has probably been around for a long time. It is a time-honored drink that is very popular. However, the truth is that ordering cocktails at the bar used to be a mockery. Unfortunately, wine cocktails have had a reputation for being ridiculous over the years. This stereotype lasted for several years.
The good news is that today’s wine climate is very different. The classic mixed wine cocktail is making a comeback in an environment that is constantly looking for new ways to serve different types of food and drink. For wine lovers, mixing wine with other ingredients gives everyone a new way to experience the flavors and aromas of their favorite wines.
1. Sangria Sparkling Wine Sangria
Sangria is a classic drink that is most enjoyable when relaxing with friends or family on a hot summer day. For best results, a dry Spanish wine, such as Grenache or Tempranillo, is recommended. Depending on the seasonal fruit or fruit on hand, you can adjust the taste according to your diet or environment.
Sangria Wine Cocktail
Ingredients: 2 bottles of chilled red wine, 1 cup of brandy, 1 cup of sugar, 2 slices of orange, 3 slices of lemon, 3 slices of lime, 2 slices of peach, 1 slice of strawberry and 1 cup of soda water
Directions.
Combine wine, brandy, sugar and fruit in a large pitcher of water. Pour into a glass, cover with ice and add seltzer water.
As you mix the food with the sangria, you will want to continue the theme of Spanish food and drink and serve your fruity sangria with Spanish snacks such as chorizo, chorizo, or chorizo.
2. Mimosas
In the days of Bruniz, mimosas were a staple drink in restaurants around the world. The best wine for mimosas is the dry white cava from Spain. Mimosas are quick and easy to make and make breakfast gatherings more elegant and enjoyable.
Ingredients: 3 ounces sparkling white wine on ice, 3 ounces pulp-free orange juice, orange slices for garnish
Directions.
Fill a champagne glass with wine and place orange juice on top. Garnish with orange slices.
Pair these delicious orange treats with your favorite breakfast items, such as a fluffy omelet or greasy French toast.
3. Cooked Wine
Mulled wine is a favorite during cold weather celebrations in the fall and winter months. Warm up by the fireplace with this strong drink and enjoy the spicy and rich flavors. The perfect wine for this recipe is a rich red, such as Merlot or California Zinfandel. For a more convenient cooking method, consider allowing the wine to heat up in a slow cooker.
Mulled Wine Cocktail
Ingredients: 2 bottles of red wine, 1 cup of brandy, 1 cup of orange juice, 2 cinnamon sticks, 2 nuts cut into pieces, 12 cloves, 1 cup of sugar, orange peel
Directions.
Mix cinnamon, nutmeg wine and cloves into sachets using a cloth bag. Pour wine, brandy, orange juice and sugar into a metal pan and heat until hot. Add the spices to the bag and continue to heat slowly, but do not allow the wine to boil. When you are ready to serve, garnish with orange peel.
Mulled wine is best served in a mug, as it is a hot beverage. Spicy, cinnamon-flavored blends are best served with cheese, bread or meat pies.
4. Wine Spritzer
Simple, classic spirits are a refreshing, fizzy drink that can be consumed in a variety of settings. For summer outdoor cooking, spirits are a light drink that even the most discerning guests will enjoy.
With the spritzer, you can customize the taste you want by choosing a specific type of wine. For a sweeter drink, choose a fruity rose wine. Then, garnish with sweet fruits like strawberries or orange slices. If you want something dry, consider a white wine, such as the eternal thought of each other. Choose a spicy garnish, such as lemon slices, for extra flavor.
Ingredients: 4 ounces of chilled white or rose wine, 2 ounces of seltzer water, chilled wine glass filled with ice, decorative fruit
Pour wine and soda over ice, garnish with fruit and serve immediately.
Sprite works best with lighter foods, such as appetizers or salads. If you want to pair it with a sweeter, fruitier wine, the best appetizer might be a crisp melon wrapped in ham. For more citrusy wines made in a roaster, such as the eternal yearning for each other, try serving a salad filled with fresh frozen vegetables such as asparagus and herbs such as dill or cilantro.
