Melon Mint Sangria

Melon Mint Sangria is light, refreshing, and perfect for sharing. It combines crisp dry white wine with juicy chunks of honeydew and cantaloupe, a bit of honey for gentle sweetness, and plenty of mint to keep it fresh. Club soda adds a fizzy lift right before serving, and the ice keeps it cool and easy to sip. It’s great for warm afternoons, casual get-togethers, or anytime you want something a little fruitier without going overboard.

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Tasting Notes

This Melon Mint Sangria is light, cool, and softly sweet. The honeydew and cantaloupe bring mellow fruit flavor without overpowering the drink. Fresh mint adds a crisp herbal note that balances nicely with the honey. Dry white wine keeps everything bright and easy to sip. Club soda adds a gentle fizz, making it feel refreshing from start to finish. Each sip gives you a mix of fruit, herbs, and just enough sweetness. It’s the kind of drink that’s best cold and unhurried easy to share and even easier to enjoy on a warm day.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a large pitcher, long spoon, measuring tools, and a sharp knife to cube the melon. A muddler or wooden spoon helps gently press the mint leaves to release their flavor. Serve in stemless wine glasses, tall glasses, or anything that holds ice well. A wide pitcher lets the fruit float and infuse evenly. Keep everything chilled before assembling so you don’t need to rely too much on ice. This recipe is simple, but a little prep work makes a big difference in how it looks and tastes.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle dry white wine (750 ml)
• 2 oz honey syrup
• 8 oz club soda
• 1/2 cup honeydew melon, cubed
• 1/2 cup cantaloupe melon, cubed
• 20 fresh mint leaves
• Extra mint sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

• In a large pitcher, gently muddle the mint leaves then add melon cubes.
• Pour in the white wine and honey syrup. Stir to combine.
• Cover and chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours, to let the flavors mix.
• Right before serving, add club soda and stir gently.
• Fill glasses with ice, pour in the sangria, and garnish with a sprig of mint.

Pro Tips

• Use chilled wine and club soda to keep it cold longer.
• Muddle mint gently too much bruising makes it bitter.
• Frozen melon cubes can replace ice and avoid dilution.
• Stir the honey in well so it doesn’t settle.
• Let it sit a few hours before serving to blend the flavors.
• Choose a dry wine to balance the honey and fruit.
• Taste before serving you can always add more honey or soda.
• Add extra melon right before serving for a fresh look.

When to Serve

This Melon Mint Sangria is perfect for outdoor parties, summer picnics, and relaxed afternoons. It works great for baby showers, brunch, or any warm-weather event where guests want something cool and easy to sip. Because it’s light and not too sweet, it also fits in at potlucks or as a starter before dinner. It makes a nice alternative to heavier cocktails or bold wines. Serve it in a big pitcher and let everyone help themselves it’s made for laid-back gatherings.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

Dry White Wine:

• Sauvignon Blanc (brisk and citrusy)
• Pinot Grigio (clean and light)
• Albariño (bright and fruity)

Honey:

• Local or raw honey for the best flavor
• Store brands work too just mix it in well

Club Soda:

• Topo Chico (extra bubbly)
• Schweppes or Canada Dry (easy to find)

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