Twelve Grapes

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Twelve Grapes

The Twelve Grapes (Spanish: Las doce uvas de la suerte) is a Spanish tradition that dates back from at least 1895 but became established in 1909. The tradition consists of eating a grape with each bell strike at midnight of December 31 to welcome the New Year.

Origin

The tradition of the Twelve Grapes started in Madrid, Spain, in the late 19th and early 20th century. It was a way for grape growers in the region to sell off their surplus harvest. The tradition quickly spread to the rest of Spain and Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America.

Tradition

The Twelve Grapes tradition involves eating a grape with each bell strike at midnight on December 31. This is believed to bring good luck and prosperity in the coming year. The grapes are usually eaten as quickly as possible, one for each of the twelve bell strikes.

Variations

In some areas, it is believed that eating the grapes at a specific location, such as in front of a church or at a family gathering, can bring additional luck. In other regions, the grapes are replaced with other fruits or sweets.

See Also

• New Year's Eve
• Spanish traditions
• Spanish culture

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