Tinto De Verano
Ingredients
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- 4 cups ice
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda – chilled
- lemon – sliced (for serving)
Instructions
1. Fill 4 highball glasses with the ice.
2. In a pitcher, gently combine the red wine and the lemon-lime soda; stir once to mix without losing carbonation.
3. Divide the mixture among the prepared glasses.
4. Garnish each glass with a slice of lemon and serve immediately.
Tinto de verano is a light, fizzy Spanish wine drink that balances the bright sweetness of lemon-lime soda with the dry, juicy character of young red wine. Served well chilled over plenty of ice, it’s crisp, low-effort, and built for hot weather. The result is refreshing and easy-drinking, with soft tannins, gentle bubbles, and a clean citrus lift that keeps each sip lively.
Its name translates to “red wine of summer,” and it’s a staple in bars, chiringuitos, and homes across Spain. The drink rose to popularity in the 20th century, especially in Andalusia, and became closely tied to the spread of gaseosa—Spain’s lightly sweet, citrus-tinged soda. Unlike sangria, which involves macerated fruit and added spirits, tinto de verano is minimalist and immediate: just red wine, gaseosa, ice, and often a slice of lemon.