Citrus Blossom Sangria Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing drink combines fruit, wine, and floral notes for a perfect summer sipper. Learn how to make this tasty cocktail at home with simple ingredients and tools.
Equipment
- Large pitcher
- Wooden spoon
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring cups
- Wine glasses
Ingredients
For 6-8 servings:
- 1 bottle white wine 750 ml
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 orange sliced
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 lime sliced
- 1 cup fresh strawberries halved
- 1/4 cup edible flowers like pansies or violets
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
The white wine forms the base. Citrus fruits add tang, while honey brings sweetness. Edible flowers give a unique touch.
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, mix wine, orange liqueur, and honey. Stir until honey dissolves.
- Add sliced orange, lemon, lime, and strawberries to the pitcher.
- Gently stir in edible flowers.
- Cover and chill in the fridge for 2-4 hours.
- Just before serving, add sparkling water and ice.
- Stir gently and pour into glasses.
- Garnish each glass with extra fruit slices or flowers if desired.
Chilling allows flavors to blend.
Adding sparkling water at the end keeps it fizzy.
Notes
Use a dry white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc.
For a stronger drink, add more orange liqueur.
Make sure flowers are food-safe and pesticide-free.
Prep fruit just before adding to keep it fresh.
Sangria can be made up to 24 hours ahead, but add sparkling water only when serving.
For a stronger drink, add more orange liqueur.
Make sure flowers are food-safe and pesticide-free.
Prep fruit just before adding to keep it fresh.
Sangria can be made up to 24 hours ahead, but add sparkling water only when serving.