Perfect refreshing summer drink for a party!

I do have a few slight twists I like use for my own sangria recipe.

I like to add berries, like blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries.

Mixed Berry Sangria

Elise Bauer

While apples and oranges are more traditional, I find berries infuse more flavor and color into the wine.

I also like to stir in a little soda water when I serve just for some extra pizzaz.

That sparkle just gives the sangria a little Lambrusco-esque zing.

Mixed Berry Sangria

Elise Bauer

For the red wine, I recommend buying a cheap bottle for this recipe, frankly.

Rioja winefrom Spain is traditional for sangria.

A zinfandel would work great in sangria.

Mixed Berry Sangria

Elise Bauer

(you’re free to even make several days ahead.

A bit of fruit, a little orange juice, some brandy.

Boom, boom, done.

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for about 5 minutes or up to 2 hours.

The flavors will mellow and improve the longer it’s possible for you to wait before serving.

If you prefer a very clear sangria with no fruit pulp, pour the sangria through astrainerwhen serving.

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Elise Bauer

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Elise Bauer

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Elise Bauer