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When I think of summertime, I think of authentic Spanish sangria, traditionally prepared and popular among tourists in Spain. It just goes perfectly with warm nights and friendly faces. The “wine punch” is commonplace at barbecues and campfire get-togethers, and it’s a great cold drink to make for large groups of friends. Our Honey Sangria has an extra sweet touch thanks to the Eastern Shore Honey instead of cane sugar. In any recipe, we like to replace processed sugar with honey as a natural sweetener, even in baking.
Speaking of fresh fruit, summer is prime time for nature’s candy-use whatever kinds you like! Sangria is a great drink to make a few hours ahead of time so that the fruit flavors have time to blend with the wine. Letting the sangria chill in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours enhances the flavor of the fruit and the drink. Berries and peaches would be great for a red wine sangria, and melon would pair perfectly with white wines. Some fruits are almost impossible if you do not want chemicals in your drinks! Try to use organic and local produce whenever possible to avoid pesticide contamination.
Fresh Fruit Sangria Recipe
This delicious recipe makes the perfect summer beverage. And the best part? It's SO easy to make, with only 20 minutes of prep time! Keep it in a large pitcher for when company comes over - this is going to be one of everyone's favorite recipes! Here are the sangria ingredients:
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dry red wine
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Honey - try Cranberry Honey for a warmer, tangy sweetness
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triple sec
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1/2 apple
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1/2 orange rind
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blueberries
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raspberries
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3 limes
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ice
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fresh mint
You know those ingredients are going to taste great together! The sweetness of the honey, fruit, and tea will make every sip extra refreshing.
Making this Fruity Sangria
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Prepare your favorite fruits accordingly. Add fruits and mint to a large pitcher and muddle.
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Add tea sweetened with honey, lime juice, bourbon, and triple sec. Muddle again to make the flavors meld.
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Add red wine. Stir and taste. Adjust ingredients as preferred.
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Add ice and stir to chill. Garnish with fruit and fresh mint.
Although this fruity sangria recipe is best served fresh, you can store it in the refrigerator covered for up to 48 hours. Feel free to leave it in a beautiful pitcher for your guests!
Adapting our Honey Red Wine Sangria
A recipe is not perfect until you’ve added your touch. That’s why we encourage you to play with your food. Call your inner chef to come out and play and change up this red sangria recipe. Here are some ideas for customizing your sangria recipe:
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Add your favorite diced seasonal fresh fruits, such as sliced strawberries, orange slices, raspberries, blueberries, cherries, lemon, and pineapple
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Use a fruity red wine for a sweeter sangria
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Add ginger ale for a refreshing twist
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Use inexpensive wine as a great option for making sangria
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Add lemon-lime soda for added fizz
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Add orange juice or orange liqueur to the sangria mix
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Use a dry white wine instead of red for a lighter sangria
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Add a small handful of pineapple sage leaves to the mix
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Add edible flowers to beautify the presentation
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Use Spanish red wine for an authentic flavor
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Try adding fresh ginger
Can't choose just one fruity honey varietal to make this recipe with? Our Mixed Berry Honey is just for you!
Use your favorite Eastern Shore honey! We recommend lighter honey for a milder flavor, such as spring. Or you can play with the seasonal fruits you added and mix in either blueberry, blackberry, or orange blossom honey. Remember, our honey is not artificially flavored; the flavor is all about the surrounding flowers that the bees pollinate.
If you enjoy the taste of bourbon in the summer, you must try it in the fall too! Our Apple Bourbon Ginger Cocktail is the perfect fall bourbon drink.
