White Sangria Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is white sangria made of? ›

This post may contain affiliate links. White Sangria, or “Sangría Blanca” as it's called in Spain, is an easy-to-make pitcher co*cktail of crisp white wine, fresh fruit, and sherry.

When it comes to choosing the white wine for your sangria your best bets are dryer, more acidic, and crisp fresh whites like Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Vermentino, or Grenache Blanc. An Albariño, Moscato, or rosé would be nice too. But also, we live by the rule, pour what Paso Robles wine you like!

What Is the Best Brandy for Sangria? To keep the sangria authentic, use a Spanish brandy, such as brandy de Jerez. However, at such a low volume, the brandy doesn't have a huge impact on sangria. Feel free to pour any brandy you have in the bar.

Sangria is a punch that traditionally consists of wine, chopped fruit and a mixer (usually lemonade, orange juice or sparkling water) as well as other ingredients such as liqueurs and spirits.

Sangria, wine mixed with fruit, has always been legal and available. The issue comes about when Sangria is mixed with brandy or other spirits that raises the alcohol content of the drink. Alcohol-boosted Sangria was illegal because of a 1934 law formed post-prohibition to keep the percentage of alcohol low in drinks.

Key Takeaway: Red and white sangria are made with different wines. There is no way to tell which one is better. It all boils down to personal preference. However, don't be afraid to experiment with recipes for your bar or restaurant.

Red Sangria Recipe Ingredients

Red wine – Look for a bottle of fruity Spanish red wine, such as Tempranillo or Garnacha. It doesn't have to be expensive, and in fact, it shouldn't be! You're going to dilute the wine with other flavors, so there's no need to shell out here.

The best wine for sangria is Garnacha (also called Grenache) or Pinot Noir. Garnacha comes from Spain, so it's my top pick for authentic Spanish sangria! Choose an inexpensive wine (under $20) that you would enjoy on its own.

Here is a rough guideline: EU law says bottles from Spain are limited by law to less than 12% alcohol by volume (ABV). Bottles produced in the U.S. usually have between 5% and 15%. Sangria made with red wine is usually stronger than white wine punches.

Is Grand Marnier a brandy? ›

The brand's best-known product is Grand Marnier Cordon Rouge, an orange-flavored liqueur created in 1880 by Alexandre Marnier-Lapostolle. It is made from a blend of Cognac brandy, distilled essence of bitter orange, and sugar, containing 40% alcohol (70 proof in the UK, 80 proof in the US).

At its core, fortified wine is about enhancement and preservation. By adding a distilled spirit, usually grape brandy, winemakers not only increase the alcohol content but also introduce a new dimension of flavor. This process, dating back centuries, was initially a way to stabilize wine for long voyages.

The average sangria has a few different sources of added sugar. First, the fruit is usually soaked in a sugary coating before added to the wine. Next, premade fruit juices and liqueurs are usually added to the mix, which can quickly add up to more sugar.

Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. The sangria gets softer, sweeter, and much more delicious overnight in the fridge. Top with sparkling water. When ready to serve, top off the sangria with sparkling water.

That very much depends on how the sangria is made. A sangria spiked with peach brandy has a higher alcohol content than a sangria made with only wine. The European Union law gives you a general idea of the alcohol percentage: Drinks labelled as sangria must have an alcoholic strength by volume of less than 12% vol.

Sangria is a mixed alcoholic drink from Spain. The color of sangria depends on the wine. Red sangria is made with red wine, and white sangria with white wine. There are several regional variations of sangria, so ingredients vary.

Don't worry about the alcohol content, white sangria is perfect to enjoy even during the day since it tends to range between 5 and 10 percent ABV – can you believe that a glass of wine is more alcoholic? So, let's see how to make a sweet, delicious white sangria to serve cold during summer hot days.

Combine white wine, peach vodka, lemonade concentrate, and sugar in a large pitcher; stir until sugar is dissolved. Add sliced peaches, red grapes, and green grapes. Refrigerate sangria until well chilled and flavors have blended, at least 2 hours to overnight.

Fruits: White sangria is tropical and made with fruits such as berries, melons, peaches, and citrus fruits like limes and oranges. These fruits contribute to the refreshing taste that pairs with white sangria.