Celebrate National Sangria Day, Three Different Ways, with Jaleo Disney Springs Dec 20th, 2023

Celebrate National Sangria Day, Three Different Ways, with Jaleo Disney Springs Dec 20th, 2023. Calling all sangria lovers because Dec. 20, is National Sangria Day, a foodie holiday recognizing the refreshing combination of fresh fruit and wine. Luckily for Central Florida locals, Jaleo Disney Springs is the ultimate destination to commemorate the day, as the restaurant is well-known for its collection of signature sangrias, allowing guests to drink like true Spaniards.

This year, guests have a few ways to celebrate: 

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Visit Jaleo Disney Springs for Sangria Hour

Enjoy a lazy afternoon at celebrated chef José Andrés’ Disney Springs restaurant which serves a premier selection of sangrias, Spanish wines, and savory tapas during its daily Sangria Hour. From 4 to 6 p.m. at the Matador Bar, guests can indulge in popular items like Patatas Bravas, fried potatoes with spicy tomato sauce and aioli, or Croquetas de Pollo, traditional Chicken Fritters, plus a fruity and spiced Frozen Sangria. 

Enjoy Discounted Prices on Sangrias at Pepe by José Andrés

Until Dec. 30, Pepe by José Andrés will offer half-price frozen or regular sangrias with the purchase of any Spanish-style sandwich on the menu. Perfect for on-the-go dining, Pepe by José Andrés is known for its Spanish food truck fare from international culinary innovator José Andrés. Guests can indulge in an extensive menu of hot and cold Spanish-style sandwiches like bocatas and bikinis, plus salads, soups, sides and desserts. For refreshing beverages, white and frozen Spanish sangria are available.

Create one of Jose Andres’ Delicious Sangria Recipes at Home

Celebrate at home with one of Jaleo’s classic sangria recipes — Sangria de Lujo Tinto (Recipe HERE). This bold, fruity red wine sangria is made with Jaleo’s recipe of spiced wine, gin, brandy, and citrus. This is a simple, yet delicious recipe that’s perfect for dinner parties or for days of leisure. At Jaleo Disney Springs, Sangria de Lugo Tinto is prepared tableside for guests and is another great option for National Sangria Day. 

Recipe Below:

Sangría de Lujo Tinto

A bold, fruity red wine sangría with our recipe of spiced wine, gin, brandy, citrus

Glassware:

• 2+ Rocks Glasses
• 1 50 oz pitcher

Garnishes:

• 8 lemon wheels
• 8 mint sprigs
• 8 orange peels
• 4 raspberries for summer or Granny Smith apple slices for the winter

Ingredients:

• 1 of your favorite bottles of Red wine
• 16 oz Sangría base (Recipe on back)
• 10 oz soda water

Directions:

• Combine the Sangria Base and the soda water in an empty pitcher
• Fill the individual glasses with cubed ice

In the Pitcher:

1. Make sure to express the orange peels and gently smack the mint sprigs before adding them in
2. Add 4 lemon wheels, 4 orange peels, 4 mint sprigs and 4 raspberries into the pitcher
3. Last, open the bottle of wine and pour it into the pitcher

In Each Individual Glass:

1. Put a lemon wheel, by the side, half of it over the surface
2. Smack a mint sprig and put it on top, as flourishing from the drink, next to the lemon wheel
3. Express an orange peel over the drink and place it on top, along with a raspberry
   (summer) or a Granny Smith apple slice

Celebrate National Sangria Day, Three Different Ways, with Jaleo Disney Springs Dec 20th, 2023