National Sangria Day: Delicious Recipes To Try

National Sangria Day has arrived, so lovers of this fruity concoction have a reason to indulge in a glass of their favorite drink.

Sangria is an alcoholic drink that's made by combining wine, fruit juices and fresh fruits, although others may also spruce it up even more with delicious herbs or liquor. This drink is actually quite versatile, as it can be perfectly refreshing on summer days and festive during the winter -- when you can also have it as a warm drink.

On Dec. 20, we celebrate the fruity drink that can be enjoyed all year round. Those who haven't tried a glass of sangria before may want to give it a try today. Instead of their usual drink, why not join today's celebration and order a sangria?

Those who already love the drink can indulge in a glass or perhaps even try their hand at making it themselves using their favorite fruits, or ones that are currently in season. Let's have a look at some delicious sangria recipes you may want to try making today.

Easy Classic Sangria

Those who are trying their hand at making sangria for the first time may want to go for an easy classic sangria at first. For this recipe from A Couple Cooks, any dry red wine will do along with fruits such as oranges, lemon and green apple, although others may opt for a White sangria with lemon, green apple, peaches and fresh mint or perhaps a Rose sangria coupled with orange, lemon and delicious strawberries.

Spicy 'Sangria Scorcher'

Those who are a little bit adventurous and would like to add a little spice to their drink could try this spicy sangria recipe from the Food Republic. This drink calls for white wine, vodka and triple sec, and is combined with lime juice, cranberry juice, elderberry cordial and lemon-lime soda. Together with cucumber and sliced chile pepper, this recipe certainly makes for a spicy drink for those who can "handle the heat."

Winter Warmer Mulled Sangria

While sangria is certainly a perfect drink for the summer, there are also sangria recipes that are perfect for the winter. This mulled sangria recipe from The Spruce Eats, for instance, takes three to seven days to make, so it's best to be made ahead of time but it's certainly "worth the wait." It is recommended to be served hot, though it can also served cold. No matter what you choose, this winter sangria will be perfect for any cold-weather gatherings with friends and family.

Sangria Carnitas

Sangria is traditionally consumed as a beverage, but why not try something unique to celebrate the occasion? In this recipe from The View from Great Island, you don't drink the sangria but instead use it as a broth base to make Slow Cooked Sangria Carnitas with Sopes. It may not be the usual way people enjoy sangria, but it's certainly a uniquely delicious way to mark the holiday.