The top sangrias in Barcelona
Gastronomy 17/07/2024
Sangria is one of the most popular drinks in Spanish gastronomy, which is especially popular in the summer months and can be found in all bars, restaurants and beach bars. According to the dictionary of the Royal Spanish Academy, sangria is made up of water or soda with wine, sugar, lemon and other additives.
Although the International Bartenders Association does not recognize it in its official list of cocktails because it was not created by a bartender and does not have a specific recipe, it meets all the requirements to be one, due to the mixture of alcoholic beverages and other elements.
Apparently British sailors heading to the West Indies in the 17th century were the first 'master mixers' when combining wine (Port or Madeira) with fruits, spices and sugar. These primitive bloodletting sought not only to 'distract' the crew but also to serve as an alternative to bad water. That term, 'sangaree' eventually led to the popular “sangria”.
There are actually a multitude of variants: in Asturias cider is usually used instead of red wine, with white wine it is called “white sangria” and even with sparkling wines such as cava or champagne. In addition to wine, a second type of alcoholic beverage is usually added, which is usually a liquor such as sherry brandy, Cointreau triple sec, Martini vermouth or apple liqueur.
Many restaurants include pitchers of sangria on their menu, and it's hard to go wrong. But with so many options, which one is best?
Passatge de la Banca, 7, Ciutat Vella
A magical world with an enchanted forest theme to enjoy a coffee, an aperitif, the best burger in Barcelona or a fantastic sangria in an unbeatable location. An oasis in the middle of the city, where having a drink will become a magical and unique experience.
C/ dels Flassaders, 15, Ciutat Vella
Cozy bar-restaurant, with an original and colorful decoration, which serves vegan tapas, paellas and different varieties of sangria. In the heart of Barcelona's historic center, located next to the iconic Picasso museum, #Bubita® has left its mark combining tapas and sangrias in a rich tapestry of Spanish culinary traditions reinterpreted in a plant-centric perspective. House specialty: a wide variety of Sangrias with selected wines, fresh fruit and spices to highlight the Mediterranean aromas and a unique selection of paellas.
Rda. de Sant Pere, 70, Eixample
Can Framis is a restaurant in an old 19th century grocery store, preserved over time and with a menu inspired by CASA LOLEA. One of the most special romantic restaurants, because it is a cozy and intimate restaurant, we can taste delicious tapas, house sangria and a place with a lot of history.
C/ de Sant Pere Més Alt, 49, Ciutat Vella
Contemporary Spanish cuisine and sangria in an industrial-chic style restaurant with colorful and polka-dot decorations. With a central location in the La Ribera neighborhood and a creative menu that make it a favorite place for residents and tourists, it is essential to accompany it with a good bleeding from his extensive letter.
C/ de Salomó ben Adret, 14, Ciutat Vella
In the heart of the Gothic Quarter you will find the best cocktails and snacks in a bar with stone walls and wooden tables. Tapas, toast, sangria and jazz music in a cozy bar. The sangria here is characterized by its color and its variants, sweeter or spicier.
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C. de Nàpols, 241, L'Eixample
Belonging to the Casa Lolea group, it is a gastronomic tribute to Gaudí's great inspiration, Pepeta Moreu, the master's great impossible love. From traditional tapas to contemporary creations, each dish tells a story of tradition and creativity, elevating your experience with their gourmet sangrias.
Carrer de Sant Pere Més Alt, 8, Ciutat Vella
Carrer del Carme, 40, Ciutat Vella
Both locations offer a wide variety of eating and drinking options. Whether it's authentic Spanish tapas or new creations, each dish is made with fresh products. wide range of wines, variety of cocktails, local craft beers or sangrias.
You will have many opportunities to drink sangria in many of the magnificent restaurants in the city, but why not go one step further and learn how to make this spectacular drink? In this class to make sangria you will feel that summer manifests itself on your lips, whatever the season of the year.
To discover more places to taste a good sangria, don't miss this article on Wineries and Vermuterias in Barcelona .
There is nothing better than having a delicious ice-cold glass of sangria to quench thirst and heat. As Ed Sheeran wisely says in his song “Barcelona” : “I'll see you there, we'll dance around the Sagrada Familia, drinking sangria…”
