From the Spanish word for ‘bloodletting’, a good Sangria cocktail recipe bleeds flavour thanks to its base of delicious wine, with added fresh fruit and juices. Find out my twist on this classic summer cocktail below. This post was sponsored by thebar.com.
The original
Sangria has a reputation as a full-bodied cocktail, made with a red wine base that is light and spicy in texture and taste. Considering Sangria means 'bloodletting' it's no surprise that it almost always starts with a bottle of red, just like this classic Sangria recipe on thebar.com.
But, it doesn't have to!
The original Sangria cocktail has its roots in 'Sangaree', a red wine, citrus and sugar cocktail which dates from at least 1736. A line in The Gentleman’s Magazine mentions “a punch seller in the Strand [who] had devised a new punch made of strong Madeira wine and called sangre”.
The drink then travelled the world on merchant ships, to the Caribbean, and then on to the US, where it died under prohibition, but emerged again as 'Sangria' in the early '60s.
My twist on a classic
There have been lots of variations of Sangria over the years. In fact, famous bartender Angelo Vieira created a Sangria Martini by adding raspberry liqueur and apple schnapps, then serving it in a coupe. My twist on the original Sangria isn't quite as bold but it is still delicious.
I'm much more of a white wine girl than a red (though it wasn't always that way). Come summer I like to make a big jug of White Wine Sangria (or Sangria Blanca) which can be shared with friends while soaking up the sun.
I start with a bottle of Blossom Hill Pinot Grigio. From this delicious white wine you'll get aromas of passion fruit and citrus . I think peaches also work well and so instead of spiking my white wine sangria with Grand Marnier I use Archers Peach Schnapps.
If you're looking for a little extra fizz and sparkle you can make this cocktail longer by adding soda water but I like it as it is with a few ice cubes to stay cool.
Added Extras
Although I've used raspberries, strawberries, lemons and limes, you can add any combination of fruit you like. Think blueberries, oranges, apple slices, berries, pineapple, grapes, melon, kiwi or even mango. In other words, pretty much whatever you have to hand! To sweeten it up you can use a simple sugar syrup, sugar or honey. If you don't like peach schnapps, add another spirit of your choice. It's up to you.
The recipe
But enough just talking about White Wine Sangria. Here's the actual recipe. For the original do make sure you check out the Sangria recipe on thebar.com and their long list of other summer cocktails.
White Whine Sangria (Sangria Blanca)
Ingredients
- 750 millilitres White Wine Blossom Hill, Sauvingnon Blanc
- 200 millilitres passion fruit juice
- 150 millilitres peach schnapps Archers
- 1 lemon sliced
- 1 lime sliced
- 1 handful raspberries
- 1 handful strawberries
- 2 handfuls ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour the bottle of white wine, schnapps and passion fruit juice into a large jug over ice cubes.
- Cut the lemon and lime into slices and add to the jug.
- Add in the raspberries and strawberries sliced.
- Serve over more ice.
Nutrition
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Amanda says
This has to be the most beautiful sangrias I have seen. It looks crisp.
Emma Walton says
Thanks Amanda! It really is!
Michelle | The Last Food Blog says
This is just perfect for Summer! I'm more of a red wine girl but on a hot summer's day this would go done very well indeed.
Emma Walton says
I always think of red wine as a more autumn/winter drink. White wine is perfet for spring and summer!
Sarah says
LOVE sangria and am loving the addition of passion fruit juice! Sounds delicious!
Liz @ I Heart Vegetables says
Ohhh yum! Sangria is one of my favorite drinks, especially white sangria in the summer! This looks lovely!
Kristen M Chidsey says
This looks like such a delicious Sangria!! I love the sound of that Blossom Wine.
Michelle @ Greedy Gourmet says
Bloodletting. Sounds gruesome! I've mostly had red wine-based sangrias and even champagne and prosecco ones. Have to explore your white wine avenue!
Emma Walton says
Yes I'm more familliar with red sangria than white. Love the idea of using something fizzy too! I've never tried that!
Jemma says
I've only had a red wine sangria, but I like the sound of a white version. I bet it's super refreshing.
Sus // roughmeasures.com says
I was partial to a Sangria Blanca or 5 when we were in Barcelona recently. It's perfect on a hot day. Where are your glasses from - I love them!
Emma Walton says
Jon went at the weekend and I am SO jealous. Definitely need to make a trip over there soon. The carafe and glasses are from Oliver Bonas (one of my favourite shops!) and were in the sale so snap them up quick!
Brandi Crawford says
Your photos are gorgeous! This looks delicious and refreshing for summer. I love Pinot Grigio.
Emma Walton says
Thank you so much Brandi!
Alyssa says
I'd like to try this with tequila as my alcohol of choice in place of the peach schnapps!
Emma Walton says
Great idea Alyssa! Especially with lime wedges and slices floating in there!
Tricia @ Saving Room for Dessert says
Oh yum! Is it wrong I want this "juice" for breakfast? It looks very refreshing. Love the peach schnapps and passion fruit juice!
Emma Walton says
Haha my motto is everything in moderation Tricia 😉
Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says
I haven't had Peach Schnapps for ages and Pinot Grigio is one of my wines of choice 🙂
Emma Walton says
Peach Schnapps is definitely a drink I associate more with my younger years but it works well in this!