Five Star-Spangled Banner Sangrias to Sip All Summer
Looking for the perfect way to toast to summer parties, backyard barbecues or your Fourth of July bash? Sangria is the ultimate crowd-pleaser: fruity, refreshing and easy to make ahead.
We’ve put a patriotic twist on this classic favorite with five red, white and blue-inspired sangrias that will have your guests raising their glasses for an encore. Let’s get mixing!
Classic Red Berry Sangria
1 bottle of dry red wine (like Tempranillo)
1/2 cup brandy
1/4 cup Cointreau
1/4 cup simple syrup (to taste)
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 cup raspberries
1 orange, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
Sparkling water or lemon-lime soda, to top off
In a large pitcher, combine the wine, brandy, Cointreau, simple syrup and all the fruit. Stir well, cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is even better). Before serving, add a splash of sparkling water or lemon-lime soda.
White Peach & Blueberry Sangria
1 bottle of dry white wine (like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
1/2 cup peach schnapps
1/4 cup brandy
2 peaches, thinly sliced
1 cup blueberries
1 lemon, thinly sliced
Club soda, to top off
Mix the wine, peach schnapps, brandy, peaches, blueberries and lemon slices in a pitcher. Let it chill in the fridge for at least 3 hours. Pour into glasses filled with ice and top each with club soda for a refreshing sparkle.
Rosé & Watermelon Splash Sangria
1 bottle of dry rosé wine
1/2 cup vodka
1/4 cup elderflower liqueur
2 cups watermelon, cubed
1 cup sliced strawberries
1 lime, thinly sliced
Fresh mint leaves
Sparkling rosé or lemon-lime soda, to top off
Combine wine, vodka, elderflower liqueur, watermelon, strawberries, lime and mint in a large pitcher. Chill for at least 2 hours. Before serving, add a splash of sparkling rosé or soda for a pretty, fizzy touch.
Patriotic White Sangria
1 bottle of white wine (try Riesling or Moscato for sweetness)
1/4 cup Cointreau
1/4 cup honey or agave syrup
1 cup pineapple chunks
1 cup strawberries, sliced
1 cup blueberries
Fresh basil or mint, optional
Stir together the wine, Cointreau and honey in a pitcher until the honey dissolves. Add the fruit and herbs. Let it chill for at least 3 hours. Pour into glasses and garnish with extra berries or basil sprigs.
Tropical Red, White & Blue Sangria
1 bottle of dry rosé
1/2 cup coconut rum
1/4 cup pineapple juice
1 cup diced mango
1 cup blueberries
1 cup strawberries, halved
Fresh lime slices
In a pitcher, mix wine, coconut rum, pineapple juice, mango, blueberries, strawberries and lime. Chill for at least 2 hours. Serve over ice and enjoy that tropical burst!
Ready to Sip, Mix, and Celebrate?
Sangria is all about fun, creativity, and sharing great flavors with friends. Try one (or all five) of these festive recipes at your next gathering.
Want to learn more summer drinks, appetizers or dessert pairings? Book a private cooking or mixology class at Chef Aarika’s Kitchen and create your own signature sips.
Cheers to summer!
