Description
A refreshing and fruity sangria perfect for summer gatherings. This recipe combines rosé and Sauvignon Blanc wines with peach brandy, fresh peaches, and watermelon, brightened with a homemade simple syrup and a splash of soda water.
Ingredients
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For the Simple Syrup:
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
For the Sangria:
- 1 (750ml) bottle dry rosé wine, chilled
- 1 (750ml) bottle dry Sauvignon Blanc (or other crisp white wine), chilled
- 2/3 cup peach brandy
- Cooled Simple Syrup (from recipe above)
- 3 large ripe peaches, pitted and thinly sliced
- 1 small seedless watermelon, part cut into 1-inch cubes for the sangria, and part cut into 1-inch cubes and frozen for serving
- Club soda or sparkling water, chilled (for topping)
Instructions
- Make Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup water and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.
- Combine Sangria Base: In a large pitcher, combine the chilled rosé wine, chilled Sauvignon Blanc, peach brandy, and the cooled simple syrup. Stir gently.
- Add Fresh Fruit: Add the thinly sliced peaches and some of the fresh (unfrozen) 1-inch watermelon cubes to the pitcher.
- Chill: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably 2-4 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Just before serving, add the frozen watermelon cubes to the pitcher (these act as ice and fruit). Pour the sangria into glasses filled with additional ice, if desired. Top each glass with a splash of chilled club soda or sparkling water, to taste. Garnish with extra peach or watermelon slices if desired.
Notes
- Fruit: Use ripe, sweet peaches and a seedless watermelon for best results. Freezing some of the watermelon to use as “ice cubes” chills the drink without diluting it.
- Wines: A dry rosé and a crisp Sauvignon Blanc are recommended. Feel free to substitute with your favorite dry white wine. Ensure wines are well-chilled.
- Brandy: Peach brandy enhances the peach flavor. Regular brandy or another fruit liqueur can be substituted.
- Sweetness: Adjust the amount of simple syrup based on the sweetness of your fruit and wines, and your personal preference.
- Chilling: Chilling the sangria for at least an hour allows the fruit to infuse its flavors into the wine.
- Storage: Store leftover sangria covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The fruit may soften further over time.