My poison of choice will always be wine so it isn't surprising that this delicious drink is my favorite to make/consume during the summer months. I remember the first time I tried Sangria, I was 17 years old and on an excursion with my high school to France and Spain for the summer. It was my first time ever visiting Europe and I was more than willing to drink up every bit of culture I could find. On one of our last nights in Madrid the teachers took us to watch flamenco dancing and we were served Sangria during the performance. I remember sipping on the sweet beverage while watching the two dancers intertwine eachother to the rhythm of the guitar. I don't know if it was from the sensual dancing or the fact that I not only finished my glass but my friend's as well, but the whole experience was dream-like and hypnotizing. For me this memory and beverage go hand-in-hand together. To make your own Summer Sangria you will need the following ingredients, red wine (I prefer the sweeter dessert wines), summer seasoned fruit such as strawberries, lemons, watermellon, mixed berries, and brandy. Soaking the chopped fruit in the brandy overnight adds an extra kick, and then mix in the wine when ready to serve. This drink is best consumed cold while lounging by the poolside :)
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