Destileria Limtuaco & Co. Inc., the country’s oldest distillery, has launched a bold new addition to its iconic sangria line: Maria Clara Sparkling Sangria. Packaged in a sleek 330-ml aluminum can, the new fizzy variant brings a fun, modern twist to the beloved Filipino favorite.
The new sparkling variant combines sweet red wine with bright citrus notes of the classic sangria with a vibrant sparkle. Its light, refreshing, and designed for convenience can be enjoyed straight from the fridge or over ice.
Olivia Limpe-Aw, president of Destileria LImtuaco, explained that the idea came from her children, eager to modernize the brand. “We decided to create a new variant to appeal to the younger generation. We have to evolve, or else we become dinosaurs,” she said.
This release follows Destileria Limtuaco’s commitment to innovation, as seen in the earlier launches of 0% alcohol Maria Clara Virgin Sangria, and the first halal-certified Maria Clara Punch. The celebration continues with their latest innovation: Maria Clara Sparkling Sangria—fun, fizzy, and fruity with 7% alcohol and an effervescent twist. Bold yet light, refreshingly modern, and effortlessly convenient.
Limpe-Aw also revealed that it took them two years of R&D for the product development. “We really didn’t do carbonated drinks before, so we invested in machine for carbonation, the canning equipment, the packaging and design.”
Initially priced at Php65, Maria Clara Sparking Sangria is exclusively available at 7-Eleven stores nationwide, with a wider rollout planned in supermarkets soon.
It was officially unveiled on June 10, 2025, amidst a festive atmosphere at the Azadore Restaurant in Quezon City. With the tagline, Sparkle and Slay, the new generation Maria Clara is reimagined for those unafraid to stand out, shake things up and toast to life on their own terms.
No corks. No fuss. Just pop, sip, and sparkle.
