Sangria is a wine punch (more formally and precisely, a fortified wine) which originated in Portugal and Spain. The word sangria comes from the Spanish "sangre" meaning blood. It typically consists of:
-a red wine,
-chopped or sliced fruit,
-a sweetener such as honey or orange juice,
-a small amount of added brandy, triple sec, or other spirits.
-lemonade or another soft drink
Because of the variation in recipes, sangrķa's strength can vary greatly.
The ingredients in sangrķa vary, particularly in the type of fruit used, the kind of spirits added (if any), and the presence or lack of carbonation. White wine can be used instead of red, in which case the result is called sangrķa blanca. In some parts of southern Spain, sangrķa is called zurra and is made with peaches or nectarines. In most recipes, wine is the dominant ingredient and acts as a base.