Delicious (NL)
Tags: drinks summer grapes lime pears apples white wine softdrinks
Recipe Reviews
friederike from Berlin,
This beverage actually had the potential for four or five stars, if not...
To begin with, we were sceptical about the juice of 3 limes, without the addition of any sugar. We juiced one lime - and boy, it was sour! And how could it have not been, with only white wine and fruit that isn't necessarily known for being very sweet? I added 3 teapsoons of golden caster sugar to get a nice (slightly sweet) drink.
Furthermore, it was actually just a bottle of wine with fruit added. I don't know why, but this bothered me, and I thought it was too strong for a summer punch. Also, I would have enjoyed something with bubbles, be it water or sparkling wine or whatever. Given that it was too sour anyway, I would probably use the juice of 1/2 - 1 lime next time, add a few cans of 7up/Sprite, and then check if it needs any extra sugar.
Minor point of attention: The grapes will sink to the bottom of your jug. Bear that in mind and add a spoon :)
Edited two days later to add:
We kept the sangria in the fridge for two days, and it has become a lot sweeter! Unfortunately, however, that hasn't made it any tastier, or more exciting. Rather go for the much more exciting Vruchtenbowle!
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