Clericó is a festive favorite in Paraguay, especially during Christmas and New Year's celebrations. This vibrant, refreshing, fruit-filled punch is a must-have at any gathering.
It combines the zesty taste of orange juice and the rich depth of red wine with an array of fresh, colorful fruits. With its delicious blend of pineapple, melon, oranges, apples, and grapes.
Clericó is traditionally served with a spoon, allowing guests to savor the flavorful liquid and the marinated fruits. It's the perfect crowd-pleaser for your holiday festivities.
How to Make Clericó
Note: The full instructions are provided in the recipe card below.
- Wash, peel, and cut the fruits, then place them in a large punch bowl.
- Add sugar, wine, orange juice, lemon juice, and Grand Marnier (if using), and mix until the sugar dissolves. Adjust sweetness if needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Camila's Tips and Variations
- This Clericó recipe uses red wine, but feel free to use white wine if you prefer.
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the wine with orange soda, Sprite, grape juice, or a non-alcoholic wine.
- Clerico is very easy to customize according to your wine and fruit preferences. For variety, add different fruits such as berries, pineapple, plums, or peaches.
- For a sparkling touch, add a splash of soda water or sparkling wine just before serving.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves or citrus slices for an extra touch of freshness.
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📖 Recipe
Easy Clericó Recipe: Festive Paraguayan Fruit Punch
Ingredients
- 2 (750-ml)bottle of red wine, such as Malbec (Alamos)
- 50 ml Grand Marnier , optional
- 1 pineapple , cut into ¾ inch cubes
- 1 melon , cut into ¾ inch cubes
- 6 oranges , cut into ¾ inch cubes
- 5 apples , cut into ¾ inch cubes, (use a sharp knife to cut the core).
- 1 lb. seedless red grapes , whole or cut in half
- 2.63- liter orange juice
- ¼ cups sugar , to taste
- Juice from 2 lemons or limes
Instructions
- Wash, peel, and cut the fruits, then place them in a large punch bowl.
- Add the sugar, wine, orange juice, lemon juice, and Grand Marnier (if using), and mix well until the sugar dissolves. Taste and adjust sweetness with more sugar if needed.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until just before serving. Ideally, you should wait about 1 hour or overnight for the flavors to meld (Clerico improves as it sits), but you can serve it immediately if desired.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Notes
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
