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Refreshing Red White & Blue Sangria Recipe Easy Homemade Berry Cocktail

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A refreshing and easy-to-make sangria featuring a patriotic mix of fresh berries, red and white wine, and a splash of citrus, perfect for summer gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bottle (750 ml) dry or semi-dry red wine (e.g., Tempranillo or Merlot)
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) crisp white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 cup blueberries, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup raspberries, gently washed (optional)
  • 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup simple syrup (adjust to taste; homemade or store-bought)
  • 1 cup club soda or sparkling water, chilled
  • A handful fresh mint leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the fruit by rinsing all berries gently under cold water. Hull and slice the strawberries into thin pieces. Thinly slice the orange and lemon, removing any seeds.
  2. In a large pitcher, pour in the entire bottles of red and white wine (about 750 ml each). Swirl gently to combine without vigorous stirring.
  3. Add the sliced strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, orange, and lemon slices to the pitcher. Pour in the simple syrup, starting with ¼ cup.
  4. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, ideally 3-4 hours or overnight to let flavors meld.
  5. Just before serving, add the chilled club soda or sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently. Taste and add more syrup if needed.
  6. Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour the sangria over, and garnish with fresh mint leaves.

Notes

Add sparkling water only just before serving to keep the fizz. For firmer berries, add half of them just before serving instead of during maceration. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup to taste. Use wines with good acidity and moderate sweetness for best flavor. Avoid over-stirring after adding soda to preserve bubbles.

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