Description
This refreshing sangria is a citrus-infused wine punch perfect for summer parties. Made with red wine, citrus juices, and fresh fruit, it’s a crowd-pleaser that can be prepared in advance.
Ingredients
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- 1 bottle (750 ml) inexpensive Spanish red wine (e.g., Tempranillo or Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 3/4 cup (180 ml) orange juice (blood orange juice preferred)
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) triple sec
- 1/3 cup (80 ml) lemon juice
- 1-2 oranges, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
- Optional: 1/4 cup (60 ml) simple syrup or fruit nectar for added sweetness
- Optional: Club soda for a fizzy element
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, orange juice, triple sec, and lemon juice. Stir well to mix.
- Add the sliced oranges, lemon, and lime to the pitcher, reserving a few slices for garnishing individual glasses.
- For added sweetness, stir in simple syrup or fruit nectar, if desired.
- Refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and the drink to chill thoroughly.
- Before serving, stir the sangria again. If you prefer a fizzy sangria, add club soda just before serving.
- Pour the sangria into glasses over ice, garnishing with reserved fruit slices.
Notes
- Sangria can be customized with your favorite fruits and spirits.
- For a sweeter sangria, add simple syrup or fruit nectar.
- If you prefer a fizzy drink, add club soda just before serving.
- This drink is best served chilled, so make it ahead of time and let it sit in the refrigerator for a few hours.
- Garnish with fresh fruit slices for a festive touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0