5 Traditional Drinks from Spain You Have to Try 🍹🇪🇸

Spain isn’t just about paella, tapas, and fiestas — it’s also home to some fantastic drinks that locals enjoy all year round. Whether you’re on holiday or just daydreaming about it, here are five traditional Spanish drinks you should definitely try:

1. Agua de Valencia 🍊✨

Don’t be fooled by the name — it’s not water! Agua de Valencia is a cocktail made with cava, orange juice, gin, and vodka. It was invented in Valencia in the 1950s and is fruity, fizzy, and dangerously easy to drink.

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2. Tinto de Verano 🍷

Literally “summer red wine.” It’s red wine mixed with lemon soda — simple, light, and what most Spaniards actually drink instead of sangría. If you want to blend in with the locals, order this.

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3. Horchata de Chufa 🥤🌰

A sweet, milky-looking drink made from tiger nuts (not actual nuts, don’t worry). It’s cold, creamy, and especially popular in Valencia.

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4. Cava 🥂

Spain’s answer to champagne. Made in Catalonia, cava is bubbly, crisp, and perfect for celebrations. You’ll find it at weddings, birthdays, and of course, New Year’s Eve at midnight.

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5. Calimocho 🍷🥤

This one might sound strange — red wine mixed with coke! It’s popular with young people at fiestas and festivals because it’s cheap, cheerful, and fun.