Red, White, and Booze Sangria Cocktail Recipe

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ByJohn

Summer just begs for something cold and celebratory in your glass. The Red, White, and Booze Sangria does the trick with a patriotic mix of fresh fruit, white wine, and a splash of spirits—ideal for those backyard hangs.

It’s a breeze to throw together, too—about 15 minutes of prep, and you can make it ahead for even better flavor.

Picture this: juicy strawberries, plump blueberries, and crisp apple chunks swirling in a chilled, wine-forward base. A little vodka or white rum sneaks in for a grown-up kick, but the whole thing stays light, bright, and super sippable.

Honestly, this sangria just belongs at summer parties—think barbecues, July 4th, or whenever you want to impress a crowd. It scales up easily if you’ve got a lot of thirsty guests, and people always love how festive it looks (and tastes).

Red, White, and Booze Sangria Cocktail Recipe

Red, White, And Booze Sangria Cocktail Recipe

Red, White, and Booze Sangria Cocktail Recipe
Here’s how to make a batch of this colorful, fruit-packed sangria. It’s kind of made for summer, whether you’re celebrating a holiday or just soaking up the sun.
John
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Serving Size 8

Equipment

Ingredients

For the base:

  • 1 bottle 750ml dry white wine (Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc are solid picks)
  • 1/2 cup white rum
  • 1/4 cup triple sec
  • 3 tablespoons honey or agave nectar
  • 1 cup club soda save this for right before serving

For the fruit mix:

  • 1 cup fresh strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries
  • 1 white peach pitted and sliced
  • 1 red apple cored and diced
  • 1 white-fleshed dragon fruit cubed (totally optional, but pretty neat for extra white color)

Instructions

  • Prep the fruit: Rinse everything well. Hull and slice those strawberries, dice up the apple, slice the peach, and clean the blueberries.
  • Mix the liquid: Pour the wine, rum, and triple sec into your pitcher. Give it a gentle stir.
  • Add sweetener: Stir in the honey or agave until it’s totally dissolved.
  • Add fruits: Tip all the fruit into the pitcher. Gently stir—don’t mash it up.
  • Chill: Pop the whole thing in the fridge for at least 3 hours, or overnight if you’re planning ahead. The flavors really come together with a little time.
  • Finish and serve: Right before you pour, add the club soda and stir gently. Ladle into wine glasses, making sure everyone gets a good scoop of fruit.

Notes

If you’re hosting a big crew, just double or triple everything. You can play with the booze levels, too—add more or less rum and triple sec to taste.
Want a non-alcoholic version? Swap the wine for white grape juice and skip the spirits. A squeeze of lemon perks it up.
It’s best when you let it chill for a few hours, but don’t add the club soda until you’re ready to serve. Otherwise, you’ll lose that nice fizz.
Keep the pitcher cold, especially outside—an ice bath works wonders. No one wants warm sangria, right?

Tasting Notes

This Red, White, and Booze Sangria is just pure refreshment. Every sip pops with sweet-tart fruit, especially the strawberries and peaches.

The wine gives it a crisp backbone, and there’s a gentle warmth from the spirits (but nothing too boozy or harsh). Citrus from the orange and lemon brings a bright, zesty edge that keeps things lively.

Flavor Profile:

  • First impression: Fruity, bright, and honestly kind of addictive
  • Mid-palate: A bit of wine and gentle warmth
  • Finish: Clean, with a little citrus and just enough sweetness

The club soda gives it a light sparkle that’s especially nice when it’s blazing hot out. It’s not heavy, but it’s not watery either—just right, in my opinion.

When it’s chilled properly, the flavors blend together but you still get bursts of fruitiness from the soaked fruit pieces. The wine-soaked fruit is almost a treat on its own.

This sangria is a natural fit with grilled stuff, spicy food, or laid-back summer picnics. Even folks who don’t usually go for wine seem to like it—maybe it’s the fruit, maybe it’s the fizz, who knows?

Must Have Ingredients

Substitute

If you can’t find some ingredients for the Red, White, and Booze Sangria, don’t stress about it. There are plenty of easy swaps you can try.

For the alcohol base, white wine can be swapped out for non-alcoholic white grape juice if you want a family-friendly spin. Vodka? You can just leave it out, or maybe try white rum if that’s more your vibe.

The fruits are also pretty flexible, honestly. Use whatever’s handy. Here are some decent alternatives:

Craving a twist? Toss in some kiwi, mango, or pineapple chunks for a new flavor kick.

If you’re out of sugar syrup, honey or agave nectar can step in. Just use about 3/4 as much, since they’re both sweeter than sugar syrup anyway.

Hey there, I’m John Watson—a guy who’s spent over 20 years proving that a good drink can fix just about anything (well, almost anything). Whether it’s cocktails that wow or mocktails that mock boredom, I’m all about crafting sips with stories. Founder of ThirstyTales and full-time drink nerd, I’m here to help you shake things up, one glass at a time. Let’s mix, laugh, and maybe spill a little—cheers to the adventure!

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