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What is the legally protected name for a flavoured mixed wine drink in Spain and Portugal?
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Sangria
In the Iberian Peninsula, in both Spain and Portugal, a legally protected name for a flavoured mixed wine drink that is roughly equivalent to a punch. The name means "bloodletting" and refers to the red colour (from sangre = blood). The traditional mixture of a sangria consists of two-thirds red wine, to which one-third mineral water or fruit juice, citrus fruits cut into small pieces, sugar, spices and sometimes brandy are added. The alcohol content must not exceed 12% vol. In the white version known as "Clarea" (Sangria Blanca), white wine or...
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