During summer, nothing beats the refreshing taste of Strawberry Sangria, especially on a hot day. This drink combines white wine with homemade strawberry syrup, fresh strawberries, and a splash of club soda for a refreshing touch. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with a hint of citrus from the orange slices. Fresh mint leaves add a subtle aroma that enhances the drink. It’s a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Try making this Strawberry Sangria today; it’s sure to refresh and impress.
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Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Large Pitcher
- Stirring spoon
- Measuring cups
Ingredients
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 3 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- ½ cup water
- ⅓ cup sugar
Sangria
- Strawberry Simple Syrup prepared as above
- 1 bottle of white wine 750 ml
- ½ cup club soda or more to taste
- 2 cups fresh strawberries sliced
- ½ orange sliced
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the sliced strawberries, water, and sugar.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
- Let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the strawberries are soft and the syrup has taken on a bright red color.
- Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl, pressing on the strawberries to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
- Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
Sangria
- In a large pitcher, combine the cooled Strawberry Simple Syrup with a bottle of white wine.
- Add the sliced strawberries and orange slices to the pitcher.
- Refrigerate the sangria for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to let the flavors meld together.
- Just before serving, stir in the club soda for a refreshing fizz.
- Serve the sangria over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves.