Red Sangria

Orange and lemon peels get infused first, which is where the fresh citrus lift comes from, and juicy peach and red wine notes fill in behind. The result leans toward the south of Spain rather than the sweet punch bowl version of sangria most of us have suffered through at a party. It is fruit forward without being sticky. Clever is a Canadian brand that distills botanical infusions instead of mixing flavored syrup, and that discipline shows in how dry this finishes. Cans run 355ml, twelve to a case, at under 0.5% alcohol by volume. Treat it the way you would treat the real thing. Pour it over ice with orange slices and chopped apple, give it a minute to open up, and serve it alongside tapas, charcuterie, or grilled vegetables.