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Refreshing Red White and Blue Sangria with Fresh Berries

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A vibrant and festive sangria combining red and white wines with fresh strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and citrus for a perfect summer party drink.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) red wine (light, fruity like Pinot Noir or Grenache)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) white wine (crisp, dry like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ cup fresh raspberries (optional)
  • 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons simple syrup (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) club soda or sparkling water (optional but recommended)
  • A handful fresh mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries under cold water. Hull and halve the strawberries; slice the orange and lemon into thin rounds. Set aside a few mint leaves for garnish.
  2. Pour 1 cup red wine and 1 cup white wine into a large pitcher.
  3. Gently add the prepared berries and citrus slices to the wine mixture. Stir lightly with a wooden spoon to combine without crushing the fruit.
  4. Pour in 2 tablespoons simple syrup. Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
  5. Cover the pitcher with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally 4 hours, to let the fruit infuse the wine.
  6. Right before serving, add 1 cup of chilled club soda or sparkling water to the pitcher for a refreshing fizz. Stir gently.
  7. Pour sangria into glasses filled with ice. Garnish each glass with a few fresh mint leaves and a berry or two.

Notes

Use ripe but firm berries to avoid mushy sangria. Chilling for at least 2 hours is crucial for flavor infusion. Add sparkling water just before serving to keep fizz lively. For a boozy kick, add ¼ cup brandy or orange liqueur during mixing. Frozen berries can be used if thawed and drained well. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup or omit for lower sugar.

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Keywords: sangria, summer drink, red white and blue, fresh berries, party drink, refreshing cocktail, easy sangria

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