Blackberry Lemonade Sangria Cocktail Recipe
This Blackberry Lemonade Sangria pulls together fresh fruit, lemonade, wine, and a little spirit. Sweet, tart, and colorful—it fits right in whether you’re relaxing or hosting friends.
Equipment
- I reach for a big pitcher to mix and serve the sangria.
- A long spoon is handy for stirring and getting those flavors to mingle.
- Cutting board and knife—can’t skip those for slicing lemons or any extra fruit.
- If you don’t want seeds or pulp, a fine mesh strainer is nice to have.
- I keep a measuring cup nearby for the liquids.
- For serving, I like short glasses and always make sure there’s plenty of ice.
- Skewers or cocktail picks are fun for fruit garnish if I’m feeling fancy
Ingredients
I try to get everything set out before I start so I’m not scrambling. Here’s what I use:
- 1 bottle 750 ml dry white wine, chilled
- 1 cup blackberry-flavored vodka
- 2 cups lemonade
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 large lemon sliced thin
- 1 cup club soda chilled
- 2 –3 tablespoons simple syrup optional, to taste
- Ice
Instructions
- First, I drop the blackberries and lemon slices into the pitcher. Next up: pour in the wine, vodka, and lemonade.
- I give it a gentle stir with a big spoon, making sure the fruit gets evenly spread out and starts releasing flavor.
- Now’s the time to taste. If it’s too tart, I’ll stir in simple syrup little by little.
- Once it tastes right, I pop the pitcher in the fridge for at least an hour so everything can blend together.
- Right before serving, I add the club soda and ice, then stir gently again. I pour the sangria into glasses, making sure each gets some fruit.
- If I’m in the mood, I’ll garnish with extra blackberries or a lemon wheel on the rim. Why not?
Notes
Chilling is key—it lets the flavors mellow and mix. I think making it a few hours ahead gives the best results.
If I’m serving later, I wait to add the club soda and ice so the drink stays fizzy and cold.
No blackberry vodka? No problem. Regular vodka plus a few extra blackberries works just fine.
For a non-alcoholic version, I swap the wine and vodka for white grape juice and use more lemonade and club soda.
Fresh fruit is a must for flavor and that vibrant look.