Elderflower White Wine Sangria Cocktail Recipe

You know, there’s just something about summer that makes me crave a drink that’s light, a little floral, and not fussy at all. Elderflower White Wine Sangria totally hits the spot—crisp, a touch sweet, and honestly, it feels like summer in a glass.

It works for backyard parties or when I just want a treat on a sunny afternoon. The best part? It’s almost too easy to throw together.

With just a few basics—white wine, elderflower liqueur, some fresh fruit, and a splash of something fizzy—I can whip up a pitcher that everyone seems to love. It’s bright, super sippable, and looks so pretty over ice.

Sometimes I make it just for me, other times for a crowd. Either way, it’s a winner every time.

Elderflower White Wine Sangria Cocktail Recipe

This one’s all about being light, fruity, and super refreshing. I stick with classic stuff here: elderflower liqueur, crisp white wine, juicy fruit, and a little fizz.

It’s basically summer in a pitcher, and you don’t need to be a pro to pull it off.

Equipment

• Large pitcher (at least 2-quart)
• Long stirring spoon
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Sharp knife
• Cutting board
• Citrus juicer (optional)
• Serving glasses (wine glasses or tumblers work best)
• Ice scoop
• Strainer (optional, if you don’t want fruit chunks in your glass)

Ingredients

• 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio are both solid picks)
• 1/2 cup elderflower liqueur (St-Germain is classic)
• 1/4 cup elderflower syrup (for that extra floral hit)
• 1/2 cup club soda or sparkling water
• 1/2 cup ginger ale (adds fizz and a little zing)
• 1 cup sliced strawberries
• 1 cup fresh blueberries
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• Ice cubes
• Optional: extra berries or edible flowers for garnish

Instructions

• Wash and slice up the strawberries, blueberries, orange, and lemon.
• Toss all the fruit into your big pitcher.
• Pour in the whole bottle of white wine.
• Add the elderflower liqueur and the syrup.
• Top it off with ginger ale and club soda (or sparkling water) for bubbles.
• Give it a gentle stir—don’t smash the fruit too much.
• Fill your serving glasses with ice.
• Pour the sangria into each glass, making sure you get some fruit in there too.
• If you’re feeling fancy, garnish with extra berries or a few edible flowers.

Notes

I always chill my wine and sodas ahead of time—nobody wants a lukewarm sangria that gets watered down too fast. Dry white wine keeps things light, not syrupy.

If you’ve got a sweet tooth, just add a splash more elderflower syrup. Blueberries and strawberries are great, but honestly, whatever fruit you have on hand works—raspberries, blackberries, peaches, go wild.

The elderflower liqueur and syrup really make it sing, floral-wise. Ginger ale gives a little bite and more fizz, while club soda or sparkling water keeps it easy to drink and not too sugary.

I usually sneak a taste and adjust the syrup or fruit if it needs it. Add the ice last so you don’t lose flavor. If you have leftovers (rare, but it happens), keep them in the fridge and try to finish within a day.

Tasting Notes

So, when I take that first sip, there’s this gentle floral aroma—thanks to the elderflower liqueur. It kind of floats up before anything else and just mingles with the fresh fruit and white wine.

The flavor? It’s light, definitely not cloying. That’s probably why I keep reaching for this as a summer cocktail—on those sticky afternoons or, honestly, whenever I want something bright.

The white wine gives it a crisp edge. Elderflower is there too, but only as a hint of fragrant sweetness, never too much.

I can pick out the fruit I tossed in—like, the oranges and berries really make themselves known. Each bit of fruit sort of pops with its own flavor.

Here’s what really jumps out at me:

• Aromatics: That floral lift from elderflower.
• Body: Light, fresh, super easy to drink.
• Sweetness: Subtle, just enough.
• Aftertaste: Clean, with a slightly fruity finish.

Chilled wine and fruit together make this a drink I keep coming back to at summer get-togethers. Each glass is crisp, mild, and honestly, it never feels heavy.

Feels like the kind of combo that just works when you’re outside on a sunny day.