Description
Jill’s Summer Sangria is a fruity, refreshing red wine cocktail made with, citrus juices, and fresh fruit. Perfect for parties and backyard gatherings, this make-ahead sangria is a crowd-pleaser that gets better with time. Top it with lemon-lime soda for a fun fizzy twist!
Ingredients
1 (750 ml) bottle red wine (e.g. Tempranillo, Merlot, Garnacha)
½ cup triple sec
⅓ cup frozen lemonade concentrate
⅓ cup orange juice
¼ cup lemon juice
½ cup white sugar (adjust to taste)
1 medium lemon, sliced
1 medium orange, sliced
1 medium lime, sliced
1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
1 (12 oz) can or bottle lemon-lime soda (optional, for serving)
Instructions
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In a large pitcher, mix red wine, triple sec, lemonade concentrate, orange juice, and lemon juice.
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Stir in the sugar until fully dissolved.
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Add sliced lemon, orange, lime, and strawberries.
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Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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Serve over ice, topping each glass with lemon-lime soda if desired.
Notes
For a white sangria version, use white wine and peach schnapps.
Add fruits like blueberries, pineapple, or peaches for variety.
Use sparkling wine for a bubbly sangria twist.
Frozen fruit works great and helps keep the sangria chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing, Chilling
- Cuisine: Spanish-inspired