Description
Zurracapote is a classic Spanish punch made with red wine, sugar, fruit, and spices. Often served during festivals, it’s fruity, aromatic, and easy to make in large batches. Think of it as Sangria’s rustic, spiced cousin!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle (750ml) red wine (young, fruity)
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 apple, cored and chopped
- ½ cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cloves (optional)
- ½ cup brandy (optional)
- 1–2 cups water or lemon soda (to dilute, optional)
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Add orange, lemon, and apple slices to a large pitcher or container.
- Mix the Base: Pour in the red wine, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, and brandy if using. Stir well until sugar dissolves.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors blend.
- Finish & Serve: Add ice cubes and water or soda to lighten if desired. Stir again and serve chilled.
Notes
Zurracapote recipes vary by region—feel free to experiment with fruits like peaches or pears. Add more sugar or soda for a sweeter version. For a boozier punch, increase the brandy or add a splash of vermouth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: zurracapote, Spanish wine punch, fruit wine cocktail, sangria alternative