Description
This refreshing strawberry white wine sangria is the perfect drink for a summer gathering or a relaxing evening. Packed with fresh fruit flavors and a hint of sweetness, it’s easy to make and even easier to enjoy.
Ingredients
Units
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Strawberries
- 3/4 lb fresh strawberries
White Wine
- 1 bottle (750ml) white wine
Oranges
- 2 oranges
Lemon
- 1 lemon
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4–1/2 cup rum or liqueur of choice
Instructions
- Prepare the strawberries: Rinse and hull the strawberries. Set aside 6–7 strawberries and mash them using a fork or muddler until juicy. Transfer the mashed strawberries to a large pitcher.
- Slice the fruit: Slice the remaining strawberries and add them to the pitcher. Thinly slice one orange and one lemon (with the peel on), removing any seeds, and add them as well.
- Juice the citrus: Juice the second orange and pour the fresh orange juice into the pitcher.
- Add the liquids: Pour in the maple syrup or honey, rum (adjust the amount based on preference), and the full bottle of white wine.
- Chill: Stir everything gently, cover the pitcher, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled, with or without ice. Optionally, garnish glasses with fresh mint or a citrus slice.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 24 hours in advance for intensified flavors.
- Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Wine: Use dry or semi-dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio.
- Rum: White rum adds a kick, or try flavored liqueurs for variety.
- Sweetener: Adjust sweetness to taste using maple syrup, honey, or sugar.
- Fruit Swaps: Customize with peaches, raspberries, or apple slices.
- Serving Tip: Add sparkling water for a bubbly version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 150
- Sugar: Approx. 10g
- Sodium: Approx. 5mg
- Fat: Approx. 0g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 15g
- Fiber: Approx. 2g
- Protein: Approx. 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
