Awesome Red Summer Drink Recipe

Fruity drinks are the must-try trend for this spring/summer season, and luckily, Andalusia is home to some of the best.

This red summer drink will cool you down instantly and is sure to become one of your favorite ways to enjoy fresh, vibrant fruits all season long.

Continue reading this article, and you will learn how to prepare this fun summer drink from scratch, with the best expert tips for storing, serving, and customizing Spanish recipes like this one.

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Background of the Dish

This red summer drink is the Andalusian take on the classic Zurra, offering a lighter alternative with less alcohol while enhancing its fruity, refreshing character with peach juice. 

Preserving the essence of the traditional version, this variation relies on the natural sweetness and depth of the fruit, making it perfect for warm summer days.

You can find this fun and refreshing summer drink almost everywhere in Southern Spain, but with this recipe, you can enjoy its vibrant flavors right from the comfort of your home.

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Things You’ll Need for Red Summer Drink

To prepare the Spanish fruit drink you will need: red wine, an apple, peaches, an orange, peach juice, sparkling water, and brandy or vermouth.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle (750 ml) of red wine (a young, fruity wine like Tempranillo or Garnacha)
• 3/4 cup (200 ml) brandy or vermouth 
• 2 cups (500 ml) peach juice
• 1 cup (250 ml) sparkling water 
• 2 peaches
• 1 apple
• 1 orange
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)

How to Make Red Summer Drink – Step by Step Guide

1. To start making this recipe for a red summer drink, you have to wash the fruits with plenty of water. Cut the peaches and apples in half, remove the seeds and pit, and dice them. Chop the orange into thin slices.

2. After that, grab a large pitcher or bowl, big enough to hold the summer red drink. Then, add the wine, peach juice, and brandy or vermouth, and mix until combined. Stir in the sugar so it starts to dissolve.

3. Now, add the chopped fruits and the cinnamon stick. Stir to combine, and cover it. Take it to the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight for the flavors to meld.

4. To continue with this recipe, taste the Spanish red wine drink and add more sugar, peach juice, or brandy if needed. Prepare 8 glasses with ice cubes.

5. For the final step, pour the drink until it fills half of each glass, then add a splash of sparkling soda for a fizzy touch. Serve the red summer drink cold and enjoy.

Substitution of Ingredients

If you like to give your own spin to the recipes that you prepare, the red summer drink is perfect for you, as it lets you experiment with multiple combinations.

For example, you can prepare the homemade summer drink with orange juice instead of peach juice, or go for lemon/lime flavored soda. 

The best red wine to drink in summer is tempranillo as it is one of the most versatile varieties, but you could also use pinot noir or the classic Marqués de Murrieta Reserva.

Besides that, feel free to prepare the red summer drink with your favorite blend of fruits, including others like pineapple, lemon, lime, blueberries, strawberries, and more.

If you are ready to walk into your bartender era, then you must try other Andalusian classics, such as the traditional old Spanish cocktail, and the delicious Spanish wine cocktail.

Tips on Serving Red Summer Drink

This Spanish summer wine drink is commonly served during brunch, lunch, or with an afternoon snack, but it isn’t paired with the main dish of a meal.

It is an ideal drink to enjoy on a hot summer day by the pool or while you are firing up the grill, and even better if you are in the company of your friends and loved ones.

You can serve the best summer drink with tapas as well, such as croquetas de jamon, boquerones en vinagre, or small portions or tortilla de patatas.

This summer gives you the perfect excuse to delve into the world of Andalusian drinks, so feel free to try other refreshing ones like the fruity Spanish drink, the gazpacho alcoholic drink, and the sherry cocktail.

How to Store Red Summer Drink

Most red summer drinks call for chilling time, which is great if you are looking for drinks that can be made ahead and served later.

This red summer drink is no exception, as you should prepare it at least 4 hours before serving, and you can store it for up to 48 hours as long as it is properly covered.

Do a taste test before serving it, especially try the fruits as they can absorb a high amount of alcohol, and you might need to replace some of them with newly chopped fruits.

Southern Spain is the home of even more drinks that you can make and store, such as the fresh fermented pineapple drink and the winter-favorite Spanish coffee cocktail.

Recipe Card: Red Summer Drink

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