Refreshing Sparkling Berry Sangria Pitcher
A quick and easy sparkling berry sangria pitcher perfect for summer gatherings, combining fresh berries, sparkling rosé, and a touch of orange liqueur for a refreshing and festive drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 750 ml sparkling rosé wine (dry or semi-dry)
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries (raspberries, blackberries, blueberries)
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (Triple sec or Cointreau)
- 1 fresh orange, thinly sliced
- 1 fresh lemon, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (optional)
- 1 cup soda water, chilled
- A handful of fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh berries gently under cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Thinly slice the orange and lemon into rounds, removing any seeds.
- In a large pitcher, combine the sparkling rosé wine (750 ml) with the orange liqueur (1/4 cup). Stir gently to blend. If using simple syrup, add 2 tablespoons here to balance tartness.
- Add the mixed berries (2 cups), orange slices (1), and lemon slices (1) to the pitcher. Stir lightly to distribute evenly.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 2 hours, to let the flavors meld.
- Just before serving, add 1 cup of chilled soda water to the pitcher and stir gently to keep the bubbles alive. Add fresh mint leaves on top for aroma and color.
- Pour sangria over glasses filled with ice cubes, including some berries and citrus slices in each glass for presentation.
Notes
Add soda water last and stir gently to preserve fizz. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup or honey if needed. Use fresh, ripe but firm berries to avoid muddiness. Chill for at least 1 hour for best flavor infusion. For non-alcoholic version, substitute sparkling rosé and orange liqueur with sparkling grape juice and orange juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approximate
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 1
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