Go Back

Tinto de Verano

It literally means “red wine of summer” and is made by mixing red wine with a lemon‑flavored soda. It’s light, slightly sweet, and much lower in alcohol than drinking straight wine, making it perfect for hot afternoons.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 part Spanish red wine (young, fruity varieties like Tempranillo or Garnacha work best)
  • 1 part lemon soda (Fanta Limón in Spain, or Sprite/7‑Up mixed with fresh lemon juice abroad) (Fanta Limón in Spain, or Sprite/7‑Up mixed with fresh lemon juice)
  • ice cubes
  • lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

  1. Poured over a tall glass of ice. Garnished with a lemon slice or wedge