Sparkling Berry Spring Sangria

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson

WHITE RUFFLE TOP || DENIM 

SIMILAR WOOD SERVING TRAY || BUNNY TEA TOWEL || WINE GLASSES 

I'm a big fan of sangria...if you remember, I shared a "White Christmas Sangria" right before the holidays, which is DELICIOUS by the way, and I've been excited for warmer (almost spring) days so I could share this "Sparkling Berry Spring Sangria" with you all!  

This recipe is another favorite of mine and it makes such a refreshing berry infused sangria that is perfect for any spring or summer gathering!

Of course I had Easter Sunday brunch in mind when making this cocktail...a perfect Sunday cocktail should you wish to serve one at your Easter gathering.  If not for Easter, any other Sunday or (weekend day at that) will do!

What I love most about sangria, besides its refreshing taste, is that it is so simple to make and it can even be made ahead of time (winning in the busy Mom department).

Hope you will give this one a try and if you do, please be sure to let me know what you think!

Get your wine glasses out and let's make some sangria!

SPARKLING BERRY SPRING SANGRIA

serves 4 - double or triple the recipe if serving more

• 1 bottle of sparking Rose 
• 8 ounces of club soda
• 1/4 cup Chambord (raspberry liqueur)
• 1/4 cup sugar (add more if you like yours sweeter)
• Package of fresh strawberries (cut either in half or quarters depending on the size of your berries)
• Package of fresh raspberries
• Fresh mint 

Mix all ingredients together and gently stir until sugar has dissolved some.  Then stir in several sprigs of mint leafs and refrigerate overnight or for several hours before serving.  The longer you refrigerate the more the flavors meld...I typically make my sangria the night before. 

Use a ladle to spoon the sangria mixture into your wine glasses, ensuring that you are putting some of the berries into each glass.  Garnish with fresh mint, serve, and enjoy! 

Sangria is truly that simple!  Hope you enjoy this recipe!  Pin it to Pinterest for easy access or bookmark this page!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by and I hope you have a great day!

It's a White (Sangria) Christmas - Cocktail Recipe

WELCOME!  If you are looking for an easy & festive holiday cocktail recipe, you have come to the right place.  Today I am sharing a delicious white sangria Christmas cocktail...just in time for the holidays.  Grab your pen and paper and add these ingredients to your grocery shopping list as I'm certain you will love this cocktail and so will your family & friends!

Come on in...let's make a cocktail together!

Photography by Madi Flournoy Henderson

MY DRESS || EARRINGS || RINGS 

WINE GLASSES || WOOD CHARGER *also used as a serving tray

I have always loved sangria (both red and white) so when deciding what type of cocktail to whip up for you all, sangria was an easy decision.  Not only does it taste great but it is super easy to make and it looks beautiful when served as well!

So here's what you'll need...

WHITE CHRISTMAS SANGRIA

serves 4 - double or triple the recipe if serving more

• 1 bottle of Pinto Grigio 
• 1/2 cup of white grape juice
• 8-12 ounces of club soda 
• 1 green apple
• 1 red apple (Gala, Braeburn, Fuji, etc. will do)
• 1/8 to 1/4 cup of sugar (1/8 if you prefer less sweetness)
• fresh cranberries
• fresh rosemary 

Let's put it all together...wash your cranberries (you can use as many as you'd like) and chop your apples into small cubes (not too small).  Put your fruit into a large pitcher and then add the sugar, club soda, white grape juice, and Pinot Grigio.  Stir the mixture well.  Add a couple of sprigs of rosemary into the mixture, stir again, and then refrigerate.  I recommend making this sangria ahead of time letting all of the flavors meld together for at least 6 hours.  You can also make it the night before.

When you are ready to serve your sangria, you can add a beautiful rosemary sprig to dress it up a bit.  To achieve a snowed on look all you have to do is lightly wet the sprigs of rosemary, shake off the access water, and then dip the dampened sprigs into raw sugar.  It looks beautiful and it tastes great too.  I found that the sprigs of rosemary got in the way a little bit when drinking the sangria but all you need to do is tuck it down into your glass.

Tip:  if you prefer sangria that is a little less sweet, you can always cut out the added sugar or even add a bit more Pinot Grigio.

Again it is super simple and so yummy...a definite crowd pleaser!  If you decide to make this for the holidays, I'd love to know what you think!

As always, thanks so much for stopping by...I hope you have a great day!

p.s don't forget to check out my sweet & savory roasted grape holiday appetizer HERE!