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Tinto de Verano

A classic Spanish summer drink made with red wine and lemon soda, lighter and more refreshing than sangria. Served over ice, it is the go-to warm-weather drink across Spain.

5 minEasyServes 2130 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups dry Spanish red wine (or any light dry red)
  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda (Sprite or similar), chilled
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 1 lemon, sliced into rounds

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fill two tall glasses generously with ice cubes.

  2. 2

    Pour 2 cups dry Spanish red wine (or any light dry red) evenly between the two glasses.

  3. 3

    Top each glass with 2 cups chilled lemon-lime soda (Sprite or similar). Do not stir vigorously - a gentle swirl preserves the bubbles.

  4. 4

    Garnish each glass with a round of 1 sliced into rounds lemon and serve immediately.

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Questions

What is Tinto de Verano?

A classic Spanish summer drink made with red wine and lemon soda, lighter and more refreshing than sangria. Served over ice, it is the go-to warm-weather drink across Spain. This reference files it under Spanish alcoholic drink: made without cooking, rated easy and about 5 minutes start to finish.

What can I use instead of red wine in Tinto de Verano?

The entry for Tinto de Verano calls for 2 cups dry Spanish red wine (or any light dry red). In its place: Use beef or mushroom stock with a tablespoon of red wine vinegar or balsamic per cup. The sauce will be a little less deep.

Can I make Tinto de Verano without alcohol?

The alcohol here is 2 cups dry Spanish red wine (or any light dry red). Replace a base spirit with the same volume of a zero-proof spirit, or with chilled tea or tonic for bite; replace sparkling wine with sparkling water and a squeeze of citrus. Keep every other line as written, and expect a lighter, sweeter drink, since alcohol also carries bitterness and body.

Is Tinto de Verano low-carb?

A serving of Tinto de Verano carries 10 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 50 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 10 percent.

How many calories are in Tinto de Verano?

One serving (the recipe makes 2) is about 130 calories, with 8 g protein, 10 g carbohydrate and 7 g fat, plus 15 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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