Wine cocktail
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A wine cocktail is a mixed drink, similar to a cocktail, that contains wine as its primary ingredient. Wine cocktails have a long history and are found in many different cultures around the world.
Etymology[edit | edit source]
The term "cocktail" comes from the English language and was first used in the early 19th century to describe a mixed drink. The word "wine" comes from the Old English "win", which is derived from the Proto-Germanic "*winam", an early borrowing from the Latin "vinum".
History[edit | edit source]
Wine cocktails have been consumed for centuries, with the earliest known reference dating back to Ancient Greece. The Greeks would mix wine with water and various herbs to create a drink known as a "kykeon". In the Middle Ages, a similar drink known as a "purl" was popular in England. This was a mixture of warm ale, gin, and wormwood.
Types of Wine Cocktails[edit | edit source]
There are many different types of wine cocktails, each with their own unique flavors and characteristics. Some of the most popular include:
- Sangria: A Spanish wine cocktail made with red wine, chopped fruit, and often brandy or orange juice.
- Kir: A French cocktail made with a measure of crème de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) topped up with white wine.
- Spritzer: A cocktail made with equal parts white wine and carbonated water.
- Bellini: An Italian cocktail made with Prosecco sparkling wine and peach purée or nectar.
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