Move Over Sangria, Red Wine Mixed With Cola Is The New Must-Try Cocktail

Get ready to try your new favorite sunny afternoon refreshment. Sometimes called “poor man’s sangria,” the kalimotxo (pronounced cal-ee-mo-cho) is a blend of just two ingredients.

The drink, popular in Spain and Uruguay, is gaining popularity in the States.

Simply pour equal parts cola and chilled red wine over ice and you have a refreshing drink to enjoy during these final weeks of warm weather.

When you brighten it up with a little lemon or orange, this cool beverage really hits the spot.

Dry Red Wine

Use a dry red wine for this drink because it helps to balance the sweetness of the cola.

There’s no need to splurge on a nice bottle because the cola masks the finer flavors of the wine anyway. In fact, some say the cheaper the wine the better.

As for the cola, whatever you have on hand will work, but if you have the choice grab a cola made with real sugar rather than corn syrup.

[h/t: PureWow]

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