What is in wine coolers?
A wine cooler is a mixed drink containing wine and a carbonated beverage. A wine spritzer is generally wine mixed with club soda. These beverages are meant to be refreshing cocktails and commonly use inferior-quality wines to mix with the soda.Classic Wine CoolerThe traditional cooler contains 4 oz. red or white wine and 2 oz. lemon-lime soda. It’s served in a highball glass filled with ice, garnished with a lemon wedge.White Wine CoolerWhen white wine is used, the garnish may consist of a lemon twist and a slice of orange, for a slightly fruitier drink.Cooler VariationsFruit juices can be added to the mix, with or without additional sugar. Various liquors may be added, as well.Premixed CoolersSome beverage manufacturers offer premixed wine coolers. Products labeled simply “cooler” may not contain wine at all, but actually use malt liquor as the alcohol, to avoid the higher excise tax on wine.Wine SpritzerThis variation on a wine cooler may be served in a taller, Collins glass. It’s ma
