A refreshing Berry Rosé Sangria turns any gathering into a special celebration. This pretty pink drink mixes sweet berries with crisp rosé wine for a perfect spring or summer cocktail. The recipe takes 10 minutes to make and serves 6-8 people.
Fresh strawberries, raspberries, and blackberries give this sangria its beautiful color and sweet-tart taste.
The fruit soaks up the wine and creates amazing flavors that get better over time in the fridge.
Adding a splash of berry liqueur and fresh citrus juice makes this drink extra special.
Guests will love seeing the colorful berries floating in their glasses while they sip this light and fruity cocktail at brunches, showers, or backyard parties.
Equipment
- Large glass pitcher (2-quart capacity)
- Long wooden spoon for stirring
- Wine glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 2 bottles 750ml each dry rosé wine
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup
- 2 cups mixed fresh berries strawberries, raspberries, blackberries
- 1 orange thinly sliced
- 1 lemon thinly sliced
- Club soda for topping
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Wash all fruit and pat dry. Slice strawberries into quarters, leave other berries whole.
- Combine rosé wine and brandy in the pitcher.
- Add all prepared fruit to the pitcher.
- Refrigerate for 2-4 hours to let flavors blend.
- Just before serving, top with a splash of club soda.
Notes
Tasting Notes
This Berry Rosé Sangria offers a bright and crisp taste with layers of fruit flavors. The mix of fresh berries gives a natural sweetness that balances the dry rosé wine.
The first sip brings forward notes of ripe strawberries and raspberries, followed by subtle hints of citrus from the orange slices. The sparkling water adds a pleasant fizzy texture.
Primary Flavor Notes:
- Fresh summer berries
- Citrus zest
- Light floral notes
- Gentle bubbles
The drink has a medium body and feels refreshing on the palate. Its pink color matches its berry-forward taste profile.
The finish is clean with a gentle sweetness that doesn’t overpower. The wine’s natural acidity pairs nicely with the fruit, making each sip well-balanced.
The alcohol content stays moderate, letting the fruit flavors shine through. This makes it perfect for warm weather sipping and social gatherings.
You’ll notice the flavors change slightly as the fruits continue to infuse. The taste becomes more pronounced after 2-3 hours of chilling.
Substitute
You can swap the berries in this recipe with any fresh or frozen fruits. Peaches, mangoes, and pineapples work great as alternatives to berries.
If you don’t have rosé wine, white wine makes a good replacement. You can use Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc as top choices.
For a non-alcoholic version, use sparkling grape juice or a blend of white grape juice and club soda. Add an extra splash of lime juice to balance the sweetness.
Common sugar substitutes for simple syrup include:
- Honey
- Agave nectar
- Maple syrup
- Stevia (use 1/4 the amount)
You can replace club soda with:
- Ginger ale for extra sweetness
- Sparkling water for a lighter taste
- Lemon-lime soda for more citrus flavor
You can also swap fresh lime juice with lemon juice. Each offers a different citrus note to the drink.

