What do locals drink in Barcelona?

Drinking in Barcelona: what the locals drink in Catalonia's capital
  • Coffee. Forget the huge slurpy sized coffees to go. ...
  • Vermouth. Vermouth o'clock is what teatime is to the British. ...
  • Cava. Cava is Catalonia's sparkling wine and point of pride for Catalan winemakers. ...
  • Gin & Tonic. ...
  • Wine. ...
  • Horchata.




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Sangria is an iconic Spanish drink loved around the world. There are heaps of versions, but the classic recipe is made with red wine, brandy or vermouth, sliced apples and oranges, and sparkling soda. A crowd-pleasing pitcher of sangria is the perfect drink to share with friends over tapas.

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In Spain, there's no need for formalities. While it may be basic instinct to order with a polite I'll have a…, you can directly use a Spanish command instead. Ask and you shall receive. For example: Ponme una caña — Get me a small draft beer (more on ordering beer in a bit!).

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In the main old town, for a pint of beer in Barcelona it will be more or less 5€, a glass of wine about 3.50€ and a mixed drink about 8€.

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In Spain, you can simply say la cuenta, por favor (the check, please) when you catch your server's attention. Another common phrase many locals use is ¿Nos cobras cuando puedas? (literally Can you charge us when you can?). Either one is a perfectly fine way to ask your server to bring the bill.

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