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Refreshing Red White and Blue Sangria Recipe Perfect for Summer Parties

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A vibrant and festive sangria combining red and white wines with sparkling wine and star fruit, perfect for summer gatherings and patriotic holidays. This refreshing drink balances sweet, tart, and bubbly flavors with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) medium-bodied red wine (e.g., Merlot or Grenache)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) crisp white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) chilled sparkling wine (Prosecco or Brut)
  • 1 large star fruit, sliced thin (about 1/4 inch thick)
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh blueberries
  • 1 cup (150 g) hulled and sliced strawberries
  • 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 small lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • A handful of fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
  • Ice cubes as needed

Instructions

  1. Wash all fresh fruit thoroughly. Slice the star fruit into thin star-shaped pieces about 1/4 inch thick. Hull and slice the strawberries, thinly slice the orange and lemon. Set aside the blueberries whole.
  2. In a large pitcher, pour 1 cup red wine and 1 cup white wine. Add 2 tablespoons simple syrup and stir gently until combined.
  3. Add the star fruit slices, blueberries, strawberries, orange, and lemon slices to the pitcher. Stir gently to distribute the fruit evenly.
  4. Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally 4 hours, to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Just before serving, add 1 cup chilled sparkling wine to the pitcher. Add ice cubes and torn fresh mint leaves if using. Stir gently one last time.
  6. Ladle or pour the sangria into glasses, including some fruit pieces in each. Garnish with extra star fruit or mint if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add sparkling wine just before serving to keep fizz. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup or lemon juice as needed. Use fresh, seasonal fruit for best flavor. For non-alcoholic version, substitute wines with white grape juice and cranberry juice, and sparkling wine with sparkling water or ginger ale. Keep fruit slices about 1/4 inch thick to avoid mushiness.

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