Summer drinks bring joy and fun to outdoor gatherings. The Kiwi Melon Sangria offers a fresh twist on the classic Spanish cocktail. It mixes sweet honeydew melon with tangy kiwi fruit.

This easy-to-make drink combines white wine, fresh fruit, and a splash of citrus. It makes a light and refreshing cocktail that serves 6-8 people in just 15 minutes of prep time.

The bright green color and tropical flavors make this sangria perfect for pool parties, backyard BBQs, and warm weather celebrations. The fruit can be prepped ahead of time, making it great for hosts who want to spend time with guests instead of mixing drinks.

Kiwi Melon Sangria Cocktail Recipe

This refreshing sangria combines sweet honeydew melon, tangy kiwi, and crisp white wine for a perfect summer drink.

John

Prep Time 12

Total Time 12

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

2 bottles dry white wine Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
1 medium honeydew melon scooped into balls

4 kiwis peeled and sliced
1/2 cup triple sec
1/4 cup simple syrup
1 lime sliced
2 cups club soda
Ice for serving

Instructions

Wash and prepare all fruits. Peel and slice kiwis. Use melon baller to create melon spheres.
Add fruit to the pitcher. Then, pour in white wine, triple sec, and simple syrup.
Stir gently with a wooden spoon to mix ingredients.

Place pitcher in refrigerator for 4-6 hours to let flavors blend.
Just before serving, add club soda and stir once.
Fill wine glasses with ice and pour sangria. Make sure to include fruit in each glass.

Notes

Store leftover sangria without ice in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

The fruit can be eaten after drinking – it will be full of wine flavor.

For a stronger drink, add an extra 1/4 cup of triple sec.

To make it less sweet, reduce simple syrup to 2 tablespoons.

Replace club soda with lemon-lime soda for extra sweetness.

Tasting Notes

This refreshing sangria offers a bright, tropical blend of flavors. Sweet honeydew and kiwi notes lead the way, creating a crisp and fruity first sip.

The white wine base provides a light, clean backdrop that lets the fresh fruit shine. Its gentle acidity balances perfectly with the natural sweetness of the melons.

A subtle hint of citrus from fresh lime adds a zesty pop. The finish is smooth and clean with no lingering aftertaste.

Aroma Profile:

Fresh cut melon
Tropical kiwi
Light floral notes
Crisp citrus

Flavor Notes:

Sweet honeydew
Tart kiwi
Gentle white wine
Lime zest
Cool cucumber

The drink’s pale green color makes it visually appealing. Its light and bubbly texture creates a fun, effervescent mouthfeel.

This sangria tastes best when served very cold. The flavors become more pronounced as the fruit continues to infuse over time.

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Substitute

The original recipe calls for kiwi and melon, but other fruits work well too. Fresh fruits like strawberries, peaches, or mango can replace either the kiwi or melon.

Need a non-alcoholic version? Replace the wine with white grape juice or sparkling apple cider. Mix in some club soda for bubbles.

Don’t have fresh fruit? Frozen fruit works as a backup option. The frozen pieces will help keep the drink cold without watering it down like ice cubes would.

Alternative Fruit Combinations:

Peach and mango
Strawberry and watermelon
Pineapple and honeydew
Apple and pear
Orange and cantaloupe

Want to make it stronger? Add 1/4 cup of vodka or light rum to the mix. For a sweeter drink, stir in 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup.

For less sweetness, replace the sprite with club soda. Ginger ale works too and adds a nice spicy kick.

Kiwi Melon Sangria Cocktail Recipe