Get ready to sip on sunshine with this incredibly refreshing Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria! This bubbly pitcher cocktail is the perfect blend of tart pink grapefruit juice, sweet pineapple juice, fragrant elderflower liqueur (St. Germain), smooth peach schnapps, and crisp sparkling white wine. I absolutely adore making big batch cocktails like this Pink Grapefruit Sangria for parties, especially during the beautiful spring and summer months – like right now in late April! It’s ridiculously easy to mix together, looks stunning in a pitcher, and is guaranteed to be your new favorite happy hour drink to enjoy on the patio all season long.

Why You’ll Love This Pink Grapefruit Sangria

Super Refreshing: The combination of grapefruit, pineapple, lime, and sparkling wine is incredibly thirst-quenching.
Easy Pitcher Recipe: Perfect for serving a crowd with minimal effort – just mix and pour!
Elegant Flavors: Combines tart citrus, sweet peach, and floral elderflower for a sophisticated taste.
Beautiful Presentation: Looks gorgeous in a pitcher filled with grapefruit and lime slices.
Perfect for Parties: Ideal for brunches, showers, barbecues, or any warm-weather gathering.

Ingredients for Pink Grapefruit Sangria, including grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, sparkling wine, peach schnapps, St. Germain, grapefruit, and lime.

Ingredients for Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria

Here’s what you’ll need to mix up this bubbly and refreshing sangria. The full list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Main Ingredients

Pure pink grapefruit juice (Juice)
Pure pineapple juice (Juice)
Peach schnapps (Liqueur)
St. Germain (elderflower liqueur) (Liqueur) (Specific brand implied)
Sparkling white wine (Prosecco, Cava, or similar dry sparkling wine) (Wine)
Club soda (Soda)
Medium pink grapefruit, cut into slices (Fruit)
Lime, cut into slices (Fruit)
Ice (Ice)

(Note: the full ingredients list, including measurements, is provided in the recipe card below.)

Variations

I love the bright flavors of this Pink Grapefruit Sangria, but feel free to customize:

Different Sparkling Wine: Use a dry sparkling rosé for a different hue and flavor profile.
Add Vodka or Gin: For a slightly stronger sangria, add ½ cup of vodka or gin to the pitcher along with the other spirits.
Different Juices: Swap pineapple juice for orange juice or white cranberry juice.
Add Berries: Toss in some fresh raspberries or sliced strawberries for extra color and flavor.
Make it Spicier: Add a few thin slices of jalapeño to the pitcher for a subtle kick.
Non-Alcoholic Version: Replace the wine, schnapps, and liqueur with sparkling white grape juice, peach nectar, and a splash of elderflower syrup. Top with extra club soda.

Pouring sparkling wine into a pitcher with juices and fruit slices for Pink Grapefruit Sangria.

How to Make Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria

Making this refreshing Pink Grapefruit Sangria pitcher couldn’t be simpler:

Combine and Serve

In a large pitcher, I combine all the ingredients: the pink grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, peach schnapps, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, the entire bottle of sparkling white wine, the can of club soda, the sliced pink grapefruit, and the sliced lime.
I give everything a gentle stir to combine the flavors without stirring out too much of the carbonation.
I serve immediately over glasses filled with heaps of ice!

Tips and Tricks for the BEST Sangria

Here are my secrets for making this Pink Grapefruit Sangria truly exceptional:

Use Chilled Ingredients: Start with cold juices, cold sparkling wine, and cold club soda for the most refreshing sangria right away.
Choose Dry Sparkling Wine: A dry Prosecco, Cava, or other dry sparkling white wine balances the sweetness of the juices and liqueurs best. Avoid overly sweet options like Asti Spumante unless you prefer a very sweet drink.
Fresh Juices: If possible, use freshly squeezed grapefruit juice for the brightest flavor. Good quality bottled pure juices work well too.
Don’t Add Ice to Pitcher (Unless Serving Immediately): Adding ice directly to the pitcher will dilute the sangria over time. It’s best to pour the sangria over ice in individual glasses.
Gentle Stir: Stir just enough to combine the ingredients after adding the bubbly components to preserve the fizz.

How to Serve

This Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria is perfect served chilled in wine glasses or festive tumblers! It’s ideal for:

Spring & Summer Parties: The ultimate refreshing pitcher drink for outdoor gatherings.
Brunches: A light and bubbly alternative to mimosas.
Bridal or Baby Showers: An elegant and pretty drink option.
Patio Sipping: Perfect for relaxing on a warm afternoon or evening.

Garnish each glass with an extra slice of grapefruit or lime, or a sprig of mint if desired.

Wine glasses filled with Pink Grapefruit Sangria, garnished with grapefruit slices.

Make Ahead and Storage

Make Ahead: You can mix the non-carbonated ingredients (juices, schnapps, St. Germain, fruit slices) ahead of time and store the mixture covered in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Assembly: Add the chilled sparkling wine and club soda just before serving to keep it bubbly.
Storage: Leftover sangria can be stored covered in the refrigerator for 1-2 days, but it will lose its carbonation.

FAQs about Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria

What kind of sparkling white wine is best?
- A dry Italian Prosecco or Spanish Cava works beautifully. Any dry sparkling white wine you enjoy will be fine.
Can I use regular grapefruit juice instead of pink?
- Yes, regular grapefruit juice will work, but the color of the sangria will be less pink, and the flavor might be slightly more tart.
Is St. Germain elderflower liqueur necessary?
- It adds a distinct and lovely floral sweetness that complements the citrus and peach. You can omit it if you can’t find it, but the flavor profile will change. You might add a splash of simple syrup if you miss the sweetness.

Enjoy this bright, bubbly, refreshing, and incredibly easy Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria! It’s the perfect pitcher cocktail for sharing.

Pink Grapefruit White Wine Sangria (Sparkling)

Author: Caoimhe Byrne
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 6-8 1x
Category: Drinks, Cocktails, Sangria
Cuisine: American

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Description

A bright and bubbly sangria perfect for celebrations or warm weather, featuring pink grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, peach schnapps, elderflower liqueur, and sparkling white wine.

Ingredients

Scale

1 cup 100% pure pink grapefruit juice, chilled
1 cup 100% pure pineapple juice, chilled
1 cup peach schnapps, chilled
½ cup St-Germain elderflower liqueur (or other elderflower liqueur), chilled
1 (750ml) bottle sparkling white wine (such as Prosecco, Cava, or other dry variety), chilled
1 can (398 ml / approx. 1 1/2 cups) club soda, chilled
1 medium pink grapefruit, thinly sliced crosswise
1 lime, thinly sliced crosswise
Ice cubes

Instructions

Combine Base Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the pink grapefruit juice, pineapple juice, peach schnapps, and St-Germain elderflower liqueur. Stir gently. (Optional: You can chill this base mixture in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours before serving if desired).
Add Sparkling Wine & Soda: Just before serving, gently pour the chilled sparkling white wine and the chilled club soda into the pitcher with the juice mixture.
Add Fruit & Ice: Add the sliced pink grapefruit, sliced lime, and a generous amount of ice cubes to the pitcher.
Stir Gently: Stir the sangria very gently with a long spoon just to combine all the ingredients. Avoid over-stirring to preserve the carbonation.
Serve: Pour the sangria into glasses filled with more ice, making sure to include some fruit slices in each glass. Serve immediately.

Notes

Chilled Ingredients: Using chilled juices, liqueurs, wine, and club soda is key to keeping the sangria cold without excessive dilution from ice.
Sparkling Wine: Choose a dry or off-dry sparkling wine like Prosecco, Cava, or a sparkling Pinot Grigio.
Elderflower Liqueur: St-Germain is a popular choice, adding a distinct floral note.
Sweetness: This sangria leans towards fruity and tart. If you prefer a sweeter drink, you could add 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup or agave nectar to the base mixture in step 1.
Fruit: Feel free to add other complementary fruits like sliced strawberries or oranges.
Storage: Sangria with sparkling wine is best enjoyed immediately after mixing to retain its fizz.

Bubbly Pink Grapefruit Sangria (Easy Pitcher Cocktail!)