Unveiling the Buzz: Exactly How Much Alcohol Is in Sangria?

Pouring a refreshing glass of sangria on a warm afternoon is one of life’s simple pleasures. Fruity, sweet, and dangerously easy to drink, it’s a crowd-pleaser at summer barbecues, tapas nights, and brunch celebrations.

However, because sangria is typically mixed by hand rather than poured straight from a standardized bottle, its alcohol content can be a bit of a mystery. Are you sipping on something as light as a glass of beer, or is your drink packing a punch closer to a martini?