White Sangria is the perfect recipe for this summer and to celebrate this 4th of July with a refreshing, harmonious cocktail full of fruity flavor that everyone will love!
What is a White Sangria?
The history of who invented the Sangria recipe is not precisely known, the data tells us that it was created in Spain and Portugal, countries where they have a high consumption of this delicious and refreshing cocktail!
I had the opportunity to get to know both countries and the sangria recipes in both countries are excellent!
White Sangria is a drink prepared with a base of lemonade, white wine, and fruits, however other ingredients such as club soda, some liqueurs, peaches, strawberries, apples, oranges, berries, and other components can be added to each person’s taste.
Ingredients For a White Sangria
You will love making this refreshing White Sangria recipe with the rest of the wine you did not finish.
- White Wine- Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or Albariño are great white wines for this recipe!
- Lemonade- Fresh Lemon juice, simple syrup, and club soda it’s all we need to create a base for the cocktail.
- Club Soda- bubbles will be present in this line through this ingredient!
- Fruits- Mango, blueberries, blackberries, citrus fruit, limes, and other tropical season fruits.
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)
How to Make a White Sangria?
You will love this White Sangria for quick and easy preparation!
You must try it!
1.-In a large pitcher with ice add the previously prepared lemonade, add the fruit, and stir well using a wooden spoon.
2.-Fill it with white wine, serve, and ENJOY!
Variation of a White Sangria
When preparing this cocktail, you will let your imagination fly by adding or removing ingredients that you have in your pantry, it is entertaining to prepare!
Try this other sangria recipe: Rosé Sangria.
Red Wine– Try this distillate, the smoky flavor goes very well with watermelon!
Bubbles- add fizz to it using champagne, cava, or prosecco instead of white wine!
Herbs- add aromatic herbs such as fresh mint, basil, or rosemary to give it more freshness and a fresh aroma!
Basil- Do the same as with rosemary, you will love its flavor with just a fresh basil leaf.
Brandy- In Spain it is common for sangria to add a touch of this distillate giving it a kick of alcohol.
Orange Liqueur- Add a touch of Cointreau or Grand Marnier to enhance the citrus flavor!
Spices- Add some cinnamon, and star anise to give a spice taste!
What is the Best White Wine for White Sangria?
There are many variations of white grapes that you can use for this recipe, and it doesn’t necessarily have to be an expensive wine, but don’t use a very cheap one either as the quality of your cocktail will change and you can even use Spanish white wine or grapes like Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Albariño, a Chenin Blanc or Chenin Colombard, choose depending on your taste!
When to Serve White Sangria?
This stunning cocktail, it´s refreshing for any occasion!
Try it as a:
- Beach Time
- Pool Parties
- BBQ Party
- 4th of July
- On a Game Day
- Lunch with Family
- Happy Hour Drink
- On a Hot Summer Day
- Before dinner
- After Dinner
Suggestion to serve with White Sangria
There are several dishes with which you can accompany this incredible recipe, here are some:
Tapas- Delicious tapas with fresh bruschetta, Iberic, or Serrano ham are an excellent combination!
Seafood- Like a paella, ceviche, or shrimp cocktail.
Patatas Bravas- the carbohydrate from the potato goes well with the freshness of this cocktail!
Notes:
- Prepare the glasses and leave them for 15 minutes in your freezer before preparing the cocktail to obtain frozen glasses that will help us keep our cocktail cold for longer.
- Prepare some large ice cubes with white wine and use them to prevent wateriness from regular ice!
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White Sangria
White Sangria is the perfect recipe for this summer and to celebrate this 4th of July with a refreshing, harmonious cocktail full of fruity flavor that everyone will love!
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Ingredients
- 1 (750 ml) bottle of white wine, chilled
- 2 oz Fresh Lemon juice
- 2 cups of club soda, or ginger ale
- 2/3 cup white sugar
- 1 orange, cut into wedges.
- 1 apple cut into wedges.
- 2 tablespoons of blueberries
- 2 tablespoons of fresh cranberries optional
- 3 cups of ice
Instructions
- In a large pitcher with ice add the previously prepared lemonade, add the fruit, and stir well with a wooden spoon.
- Fill it with white wine, serve, and ENJOY!
Notes
- Prepare the glasses and leave them for 15 minutes in your freezer before preparing the cocktail to obtain frozen glasses that will help us keep our cocktail cold for longer.
- Prepare some large ice cubes with white wine and use them to prevent wateriness from regular ice!
Nutrition Information
Yield
4Serving Size
4Amount Per Serving Calories 239Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 18mgCarbohydrates 55gFiber 2gSugar 51gProtein 1g
Nutrition information isn´t always accurate!
