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Spanish Drinks
Spain has a lot to offer to visitors in the way of drinks. The most often consumed drink is, of course, wine. The best wines in Spain come from the Rioja region and are popular locally but also exported outside the country. When it comes to wine, the Spanish, especially the young generation, often drink it as Sangria, red or white wine mixed with cut fruit, or as Calimocho, which is red wine mixed with Coke. Besides wine, beer also has its fans in Spain. The most popular kinds of beer, or cerveza, include Cruzcampo, Mahou and San Miguel. Not everyone knows that the popular Pina Colada also has its origin in Spain. Initially, it was just fresh pinapple juice, and only later served with rum.
Sangria, next to flamenco and corrida, is one of the symbols of Spain. It is an indispensable element of every Spanish
fiesta. It is made from red wine combined with some other spirits, such as brandy or whiskey. It is usually served...
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This semi-frozen drink is a Spanish version of Italian
granita. It is made from fruit juice and water with some sugar added. It appears in many different flavours, depending on the choice of fruit. Lemon and orange however, are the most...
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This delicious non-alcoholic drink has a very long history dating back to the period of Moorish rule in the area of Valencia. Its name comes from a Catalonian word ordiata, which means 'made from barley', although barley has never been one of its...
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The south of Andalucia, is the place where Sherry (initially Jerez) is produced. Original sherry must come from the area of the Cádiz province, between the towns of Jerez, Sanlúcar de Barrameda, and El Puerto de Santa María. Earlier it was often...
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Spain is one of the leading producers of brandy. Brandy is made from grape fermented juice and served as an after-dinner drink. It is has a characteristic deep colour of caramel. Originally from the region of Jerez, where also Sherry is produced,...
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Cava is a Spanish equivalent of the French champagne. Its origins date back to 1872, when it was produced for the first time by José Raventos, who gave it the name of Codorniu in honour of his ancestors. In 1914, another family established their own...
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Tinti de Verano, which translates to 'summer wine', is a very light drink, usually served in the hot afternoons and evenings in Spain because it helps endure the heat. This refreshing wine cocktail is similar to sangria, but it has less alcohol. It...
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Moscatel Valencia This strong, fortified wine is similar to sherry with its deep and sweet fruity aroma. It appears in many versions and, depending on the variety of grapes, it ranges in colour from amber to dark red. Usually served as a dessert...
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