CALLIE TALKS HOT SANGRIA ON TELL ME MORE
There's nothing like a blizzard to make you appreciate a warm drink. This weekend, as snow piled up outside my window, and I faced the prospect of shoveling nearly a foot of snow, I knew that hot chocolate wasn't going to get it:)
I've long enjoyed mulled wine in the cold months, and it is especially festive during the holiday season.
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But, lately I've been inspired to try another kind of warm wine drink. Sangria, the fruity wine punch that is a staple of the backyard barbeque, is now a trendy winter sip. There are variations on the recipe but essentially Hot Sangria is,well, cold sangria warmed up.
The basic ingredients are Rioja, a dry red wine, fresh or frozen fruit, and brandy or liqueur. Unlike mulled wine,spices are not as integral to hot sangria.
BTW Rioja is typically a $10-15 dollar bottle of wine, cheaper if you look around. For these purposes avoid higher priced Rioja which is typically labeled Reserva.
Hot Sangria is a wallet friendly tasty hedge against winter's bitter elements, and a fabulous addition to an open house buffet.
and oh, it's a great way to keep warm while waiting up for Santa.
Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays!
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