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Every warm weekend, I mix up this Strawberry Sangria that tastes just like summer in every sip. Sweet berries plus lemonade blend with crisp white wine for a fun, chill drink everyone asks for at BBQs or beach days.
I whipped this up on the Fourth of July and friends kept asking for how to do it. Now I make it a lot for birthdays, brunch, or anytime we grill in the yard.
Refreshing Ingredients
- Fresh raspberries: go for plump, unbruised berries so they keep their shape and tint the sangria with great color
- Fresh strawberries: use bright red berries without any squishy spots for awesome taste
- Lemon: look for lemons with thin, smooth peels—you'll want picture-perfect slices to float on top
- Simple syrup: this smooths everything out and adds sweetness—just warm sugar and water blended until clear
- Frozen pink lemonade concentrate: this is where all the tang and that fun color come from—pick a brand with lots of lemon juice
- Club soda: super cold fizzy water keeps the whole thing lifted and bubbly
- Sauvignon blanc: choose a crisp, zesty bottle (look for citrus notes) and pop it in the fridge ahead of time
Tasty Step-by-Step
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Pour into glasses, making sure everyone gets plenty of berries and a slice or two of lemon. It’s best when it’s icy and freshly made.
- Finish with Club Soda and Ice:
- Right before pouring, gently mix in club soda and a big handful of ice. Don’t stir too much or you’ll lose the bubbles and mash up the fruit.
- Add Fruits and Muddle:
- Dump all your liquids into a big pitcher with the cut strawberries, raspberries, and lemon rounds. Press the berries just a bit with a big spoon or muddler. Let it hang out for about 15 minutes so the flavors really come together.
- Combine Wine and Lemonade:
- Pour your cold sauvignon blanc into the lemonade-syrup mix. Do it slowly and gently so the fresh flavor sticks around.
- Prepare the Lemonade:
- Stir the frozen lemonade with your homemade syrup until it’s blended and smooth. This will give your sangria that even, punchy flavor.
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Strawberries always steal the show in this drink—they soak up the white wine and lemonade, and the leftover bottoms of the glass are everyone's favorite treat at the end. My kids usually wait to gobble them up when the adults finish their drinks.
Storing Leftovers
If you’ve got some left, scoop out any lemon slices and ice, then pop it all in the fridge so it doesn’t get watered down or bitter. It’ll still taste zippy for about three days. Or freeze it in cups for a grown-up boozy slushie next time.
Swap It Up
No sauvignon blanc? Try pinot grigio or any other crisp white. Out of raspberries? Throw in blueberries or blackberries for an even deeper color. Frozen sliced strawberries work great if it’s not berry season. Or swap lemons with oranges if that’s what’s hanging in your fruit bowl.
Fun Ways to Serve
This fruity sangria goes awesome with shrimp, crab, or a light cheese plate. Add a little fresh mint or basil for fresh garden vibes. Pour it in big goblets, pile on extra berries, or roll the rims in sugar to make it extra fun. Want a less sweet splash? Use less syrup and let the fruit take over.
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Sangria Traditions
This drink started out in Spain and Portugal, but now it’s a summer classic at pretty much any fun get-together. White sangria is especially big when it’s blazing hot since it’s so cool and lively. My family loves it with shrimp skewers at our summer parties, and it always disappears fast in the sunshine.
Common Questions
- → Which wine is best for making this drink?
Go with sauvignon blanc if you like things crisp and fruity, but honestly, pinot grigio or even riesling do the job just fine.
- → Can I use frozen berries if I don’t have fresh ones?
Totally! Pour in frozen raspberries or strawberries and you’ll get extra chill and flavor at the same time.
- → How long do the berries need to sit in the wine?
Give it around 10 to 15 minutes so everything can blend together nicely before you serve it up.
- → Can I prep this drink in advance?
For sure! Put the lemonade, wine, syrup, and all your fruit together early. Wait on the club soda and ice until the last minute.
- → What’s the best way to keep leftovers?
Take out the ice and lemon slices, stash the rest in the fridge for up to three days. You can even pop leftovers into the freezer to save them for later.