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" When it comes to sangria, there&amp;#039;s a whole lot to love. Not only does it dress up a not-so-expensive bottle (it was started centuries ago by the Spanish to pump flavor into less-than-stellar wines), but with new spice, fruit, and flavor, this party classic is fast becoming a modern, reinvented staple for a stylish summer soiree.  The common thread that links all sangrias is, of course, the blend of fruit and wine. This conventional combo has given way to a whole new batch of sassy sangrias. They tantalize taste buds with touches of fresh herbs, exotic spices like saffron and ginger, and sweet nectars. They add a little fizz with splashes of sparkling water or champagne. They even incorporate liquors fine enough to double as a digestif.  What Makes It Party-Perfect \u2022 It&amp;#039;s seasonal. Sangria celebrates the best of summer with fresh fruit and easy preparation. \u2022 There&amp;#039;s no need to blow your budget. Save your chichi vintage for another occasion and give inexpensive bottles a go. The finer, subtler qualities of a good wine will only be overpowered by the fruit and nectars.  \u2022 You become the mixologist. Recipes can be easily customized to feature your favorite ingredients or use what you&amp;#039;ve got in the fridge or pantry. Improvisation is encouraged, and the variations are endless. As long as fruit and wine are involved, anyone can swirl up a signature drink.  \u2022 It doubles as a centerpiece.  Start with a pretty pitcher of clear glass, and the floating fruit and vivid colors are all you need for a stellar summer table.  \u2022 Sangria begs to be shared.  Because it&amp;#039;s served pitcher-style, sangria is communal, perfect to sip pool-side or while relaxing on the deck, and way easier to prepare than mixing up a different cocktail for each guest.  Thirsty? Find creative combinations and secrets of the most sip-able sangrias in our gallery of recipes from top chefs and mixologists.   Recipes  Honey Ginger Sake Sangria  Watermelon Sangria Fig Cherry Cognac Sangria Three Berry Basil Rose Sangria White Kiwi Pear Sangria Pineapple Sangria Sicilian Sangria Sangria d&amp;#039;Espana "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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