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    Cava sangria

    July 9, 2017 by Caroline's Cooking

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    Sangria is a summer classic, but cava sangria is that bit more special. Light, refreshing and a wonderful mix of fruit and cava's bubbles. Quick to make, it's an easy cocktail perfect for any occasion from summer BBQs to holiday parties. #cava #sangria #cocktail

    Sangria is a summer classic, but cava sangria is that bit more special. Light, refreshing and a wonderful mix of fruit and cava's bubbles. Quick to make, it's an easy cocktail perfect for any occasion from summer BBQs to holiday parties.

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    two glasses of cava sangria with fruit and cork around glasses

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    When I lived in Spain, I didn't actually have sangria all that often. More typically, we drank wine (usually red) or beer, plus some cocktails in Madrid. Most special occasions, and sometimes just any old excuse to get together, meant cracking open some cava.

    Now and again, though, we would enjoy a pitcher of sangria. And one of the times I remember most was when we had cava sangria.

    glasses of cava sangria viewed from overhead with fruit to side

    The town I lived in in Catalunya wasn't that big and when I was there, it always seemed to play second fiddle to another town on the coast nearby.

    It didn't have as many options for going out although we did find some good food, with favorites like patatas bravas, llescas (Catalan bread pizza), coca (Spanish pizza) and others, but the venues weren't exactly trendy.

    But that started to change (and has much more now, as I found when I returned a few years back). It was in one of the newer trendy places that I first had cava sangria and I was immediately taken with it.

    glass of cava sangria viewed from side with bottle behind

    I had already grown to love cava which I find massively under-appreciated outside of Spain. Champagne gets the glory but I find some cavas have a much rounder flavor that I personally prefer. But then I maybe shouldn't promote it too much as it's quite nice being a lot cheaper.

    Anyway, I was a bit worried this would ruin it for me. But the thing to remember about sangria is it's really a different drink. Yes, it's mainly wine - in this case sparkling - but it's transformed with the fruity additions and little kick from a spirit of two.

    cava sangria glass with pitcher behind and cava bottle

    How to make the perfect cava sangria

    With a regular sangria (and my white sangria), you are often best to leave it to chill and for the flavors to mingle a bit before serving. Cava sangria is different. At most you mix up the fruit, juice and spirits but you don't want to add the cava until right before serving so you don't lose the bubbles. Otherwise, though, it's very similar:

    • Mix some orange juice, a little lemon and an orange liqueur (grand marnier, triple sec etc).
    • Add brandy, if you like, but it's up to you if you want it stronger or not.
    • Add chopped fruit and mix it up.
    • Carefully add the cava and serve over ice.

    Cava sangria has a lovely slight bubbliness, plenty of fruity flavors and is a lovely light drink. But don't be fooled, there's a bit of a lingering kick, too. It's the perfect drink for a party, or even just a lazy summer afternoon when you feel like something different. Whatever the excuse, find one and give this easy drink a try.

    two glasses of cava sangia with fruit behind and cork to side

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    5 from 5 votes

    Cava sangria

    Fresh, fruity and perfect for summer entertaining, festive parties and more.
    Prep Time5 minutes mins
    Total Time5 minutes mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: Spanish
    Servings: 6 glasses (or 8 if a little smaller)
    Calories: 181kcal
    Author: Caroline's Cooking
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    Ingredients

    • 1 cup orange juice
    • ½ lemon juice (ie juice from ½ lemon)
    • ¼ cup triple sec/grand marnier or other orange liqueur
    • ¼ cup brandy optional
    • 2 peaches
    • 1 orange
    • 1 cup sliced strawberries
    • 25.3 fl oz cava (ie 1 bottle)
    • 1 tablespoon sugar optional, or a little more to taste

    Instructions

    • Mix together the orange juice, lemon juice, orange liqueur and brandy, if using, in a glass pitcher/jug. Slice the peaches, orange and strawberries and add them to the pitcher. Put in fridge to chill if not using immediately.
    • Carefully add the cava to the pitcher, trying to avoid it bubbling up too much, mix gently and add a little sugar to taste if you like (1-2tbsp at most). Add some ice and serve, with a little more ice in the glasses.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 376mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 295IU | Vitamin C: 54.5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.9mg
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    Sangria is a summer classic, but cava sangria is that bit more special. Light, refreshing and a wonderful mix of fruit and cava's bubbles. Quick to make, it's an easy cocktail perfect for any occasion from summer BBQs to holiday parties. #cava #sangria #cocktail
    Sangria is a summer classic, but cava sangria is that bit more special. Light, refreshing and a wonderful mix of fruit and cava's bubbles. Quick to make, it's an easy cocktail perfect for any occasion from summer BBQs to holiday parties. #cava #sangria #cocktail
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    1. LMH says

      August 07, 2022 at 11:27 am

      Hi - your recipe says 1/2 lemon juice. Does that mean the juice of half a lemon or half a cup of lemon? 🙂 thanks!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        August 07, 2022 at 12:28 pm

        It's from 1/2 lemon - just updated to make it clearer!

        Reply
    2. Sharon Chen says

      July 17, 2022 at 12:23 pm

      5 stars
      Tested this and can't wait to share it with my friends the next time they come over! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 18, 2022 at 1:00 pm

        So glad to hear you enjoyed!

        Reply
    3. Sam says

      January 13, 2020 at 1:14 pm

      We used to have this all the time when I lived in catalunya, we called it tisana!

      I lived in la fosca, just north of palamos. Such a lovely place to be

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        January 13, 2020 at 4:27 pm

        Yes, it was in Catalunya I had it originally myself. I was in the Southern part of Catalunya rather than the North but agree lovely area (and I hope to get back and visit at some point, especially further North where I didn't explore nearly enough!)

        Reply
    4. Phyllis says

      September 28, 2019 at 3:48 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve made this for family gatherings twice now and we love it! My oldest grandson and I were in Barcelona this summer and fell 8n love with the drink. Happy to find a great recipe.brings back wonderful memories.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        September 28, 2019 at 6:13 pm

        So glad to hear you enjoyed, and that it brings back great memories (same is true for me!)

        Reply
    5. GG Mcmurray says

      March 23, 2018 at 8:27 pm

      Just got back from Spain, I absolutely fell in love with Cava Sangria, I can’t wait to try your recipe.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        March 26, 2018 at 8:17 pm

        I can understand, hope you enjoy and it brings back happy memories!

        Reply
    6. Cindy says

      July 11, 2017 at 10:14 pm

      Lovely photos! This drink sounds delicious!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 16, 2017 at 4:12 pm

        Thanks Cindy!

        Reply
    7. Wendy Klik says

      July 10, 2017 at 9:09 pm

      I have never heard of Cava but I'm anxious to try it now.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 16, 2017 at 4:12 pm

        You really should, Wendy - it's very much like champagne and very good.

        Reply
    8. Liz says

      July 09, 2017 at 9:01 pm

      So lovely and elegant!!!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:55 am

        Thank you Liz!

        Reply
    9. Eileen says

      July 09, 2017 at 5:27 pm

      I've made Prosecco Sangria, but I love the idea of using Cava. The bubbles make it even more refreshing.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:55 am

        Thanks Eileen, absolutely true!

        Reply
    10. Hezzi-D says

      July 09, 2017 at 3:23 pm

      Yum! We drink a lot of Cava and this sangria recipe sounds awesome!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:54 am

        Thanks, it's a delicious drink for warmer weather, and so easy.

        Reply
    11. anne says

      July 09, 2017 at 11:56 am

      I love sangria, and think I will be making this soon!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:54 am

        Enjoy, Anne, it's a delicious variation.

        Reply
    12. Christie says

      July 09, 2017 at 11:24 am

      5 stars
      I've never had cava. I do love me a good sangria. So, I'll be making this one soon.

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:53 am

        Sounds like you have the perfect excuse - hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    13. Marye says

      July 09, 2017 at 8:04 am

      5 stars
      Sangria is so refreshing! I love all of the fruit in this version. Visiting Spain is on my bucket list. 🙂

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:53 am

        Thanks Marye, I agree it's a very refreshing drink - and hope you get to Spain at some point, it's a fantastic place!

        Reply
    14. Nikki says

      July 09, 2017 at 6:01 am

      5 stars
      This sounds delicious! I love sangria! Pinning this and will be making for sure!

      Reply
      • Caroline's Cooking says

        July 10, 2017 at 7:52 am

        Thanks Nikki, enjoy! It's a delicious twist.

        Reply
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