Sangria de Vino vs. de Cava: Which Spanish Refreshment Reigns Supreme?

When the warm Mediterranean sun beats down, Spain offers the ultimate liquid antidote: sangria. This iconic communal drink is practically synonymous with lively tapas bars, sun-drenched terrazas, and late-night laughter. But if you walk up to a bar in Barcelona or Madrid and order sangria, you face a crucial fork in the road: Sangria de Vino (traditional red wine sangria) or Sangria de Cava (sparkling wine sangria).