Sparkling Elderflower Sangria Cocktail Recipe
The light, floral notes and vibrant look make this sangria a go-to for gatherings or just relaxing on the patio. I always try to use the freshest ingredients and the right tools to keep every glass crisp and refreshing.
Equipment
- Large pitcher or mixing jug (at least 2 quarts)
- Long-handled mixing spoon
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wine glasses or stemless glasses
- Small sieve or strainer (optional, for straining seeds/pulp)
- Chopping board and knife
- Ice bucket or tray
Ingredients
- 1 bottle 750ml dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 cup sparkling elderflower lemonade chilled
- 1/4 cup elderflower liqueur such as St-Germain
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur like Cointreau
- 1/2 cup soda water chilled
- 1/2 cup mixed sliced fruit orange, lemon, green apple, strawberries
- 1/2 cup seedless grapes halved
- Fresh mint leaves about 8-10
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the orange, lemon, apple, and strawberries.
- In a large pitcher, add all the sliced fruit, grapes, and mint leaves.
- Pour in the white wine, elderflower lemonade, elderflower liqueur, orange liqueur, and lemon juice.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Let the mixture chill in the fridge for 2-4 hours so the flavors mix well.
- Fill glasses with ice and pour the sangria, including some fruit pieces.
- Garnish with more mint if desired.
Notes
I stick with dry white wine so the sangria doesn’t turn out too sweet. If you prefer it sweeter, a splash of simple syrup does the trick.
For a non-alcoholic version, I just leave out the wine and liqueur and use more elderflower lemonade and soda. It’s still tasty and super refreshing.
I try to serve the sangria soon after adding the soda, while it’s still fizzy. Leftovers can chill in the fridge for a couple of hours—just know the fruit will soften a bit, but the flavor holds up for a little while.
Feel free to swap in whatever fruit’s in season. That’s part of the fun, honestly.