Raspberry Rosé Sangria Cocktail Recipe
I put together this recipe to give a light, fruity sangria with easy-to-find ingredients. You’ll see what you need to make it, the amounts, clear steps, and a few tips I’ve picked up.
Equipment
- Large pitcher Mix and serve sangria
- Long spoon Stir ingredients
- Knife & board Cut fruit
- Measuring cups Measure liquids
- Measuring spoons Measure small amounts
- Glasses Serve the cocktail
- Strainer Remove seeds or pulp (optional)
Ingredients
Here’s my usual ingredient list:
- 1 bottle of rosé wine 750ml
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
- 1 orange thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup orange liqueur
- 1/4 cup sugar or simple syrup optional
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- I begin by pouring the rosé wine into a clean pitcher. Then I add raspberries, sliced strawberries, and orange slices, mixing them in gently with a spoon.
- If I’m using orange liqueur and sugar, I pour those in next and stir well to combine. I like to let the fruit and wine sit in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- This resting time helps all the flavors come together. Just before serving, I pour lemon-lime soda or sparkling water slowly into the mixture, so it stays fizzy.
- Finally, I serve the sangria over glasses full of ice. I make sure to scoop some fruit into each glass for a balanced taste and an eye-catching look.
Notes
If I’m preparing the sangria ahead of time, I always wait to add the soda until just before serving. This keeps the drink fizzy and avoids flatness.
To make it less sweet, I use sparkling water and skip the extra sugar or syrup. For different flavors, I sometimes add slices of peach, watermelon, or a handful of blueberries.
I check the sweetness before adding more sugar. If you want a stronger taste, more orange liqueur or a bit of brandy can be used, but I only add a tablespoon at a time.
I keep leftovers chilled for up to one day, but the drink is best within a few hours after mixing. I avoid freezing the sangria, since it changes the texture of the fruit.
Always use fresh fruit when possible for the best result.