Make-Ahead Summer Sangria [How to Serve a Crowd Easily]
This summer sangria balances juicy berries, crisp white wine, and plenty of bubbles, so it tastes bright and lively from the first sip. There’s no need to wait (honestly, that’s the best part), making it perfect for impromptu gatherings or a relaxing evening on the patio.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 peaches, sliced thin
- 1 cup berries, blueberries, raspberries, or sliced strawberries
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1 bottle crisp white wine, or rosé wine
- 1 cup peach nectar, from concentrate
- ⅓ cup Grand Marnier, or Cointreau
- lemon-lime soda
- fresh mint leaves, for garnish
Instructions
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In a pitcher, add all ingredients except for lemon-lime soda. Cover and chill about 1 hour.
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Pour into individual glasses, leaving room for soda and ice. Top off with about 1/4 cup lemon per glass.
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Add ice and garnish with mint leaves. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use a crisp, dry white wine or rosé to balance the sweetness of the fruit and peach nectar – this keeps the sangria light and refreshing.
- Chill the sangria for at least 1 hour before serving, but no need to wait overnight. This recipe is meant to be quick and easy with great flavor from the start.
- Add the lemon-lime soda just before serving to keep the bubbles lively and the drink extra refreshing.
- Thinly slice your fruit so it infuses quickly and looks beautiful in the pitcher and glasses – presentation matters!
- Garnish each glass with a fresh mint leaf for a pop of color and an added layer of cool, herbal aroma.