This fresh, fruity sangria will make any weekend a party! Perfectly fizzy and bubbly with plenty of juicy peaches and strawberries.
Sometimes you just need a little sangria in your life. Especially if it’s a Friday.
Fresh, fruity, bubbly sangria. ahh! YES.
We’re starting the weekend off right FO SURE.
So strawberries and peaches. They’re kinda a match made in fruity heaven. And they definitely both speak SUMMER which you should know by now, I’m still desperately clinging to.
And perfect timing too! Williams-Sonoma contacted me a few weeks ago and asked me to join a group of bloggers in sharing a sangria recipe showcasing summers fresh fruits. Well, you definitely don’t have to twist my arm….
Instantly my mind went to strawberries and peaches. Obv, since we just determined about that they’re pretty much the best summer combo ever.
I don’t care that strawberries and peaches are soon going to be distant summer memories: I’m still eating the heck outta both of them while I still can. 🙂
And drinking them in my cocktails, obv. 😀
So my family has this tradition of Friday nights being cocktail night. My mom will either go out and buy some fruity drinks OR she’ll get me the ingredients so I can make our own.
Everyone gave this fun sangria two thumbs up. And then pooled in their requests for MORE sangria twists with different fruit.
Definitely no prob there. It AMAZED me how simple (and so much cheaper!) it was to have sangria at home, rather than spending the big bucks at a bar for just one glass.
#WIN.
This sangria gets a lovely fizzy flavor from sparkling water which tames the white wine into a smooth bubbly drink. A simple peach/strawberry fruit syrup brightens up the whole thing….
Then…comes the game-changer.
The explosion of flavors…
The fruit, guys. The FRUIT.
It’s not a real sangria without FRESH fruit, soooo let’s throw in some more peaches and strawberries into the mix, shall we?
I mean, whoa. It’s amazing how fruit can transform something.
It’s the weekend, yes? Fill ‘er up and DRINK ‘er up.
Oh why not pour yourself another glass? This has been a longgggg week…
CHEERS! 😀
Sparkling Strawberry Peach Sangria
Ingredients
- SIMPLE SYRUP:
- 5 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches divided
- 5 cups halved fresh strawberries divided
- 1/2 cup water
- 2/3 cup xylitol or sugar
- SANGRIA
- 1-1/2 cups white wine
- 1-1/2 cups sparkling water
Instructions
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Make the simple syrup: Place 4 cups peaches, 4 cups strawberries, water, and xylitol (or sugar) in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally until fruit is broken down and soft. Remove from heat and cool.
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Press mixture, a little at a time through a mesh sieve, discarding solids (or saving for another use) Transfer remaining juice to a serving pitcher. Stir in wine, sparkling water, and remaining 1 cup peaches and 1 cup strawberries. Chill sangria in refrigerator until cold.
NOTE: If you wish to make this sangria completely fresh and no-cook, feel free to use freshly squeezed juice in the place of the simple syrup. (if you’re looking for a great juicer, check out these awesome ones) Simply omit the simple syrup and use 2 cups of fresh juice instead.
Try my other summery sippers next!
Disclosure: This was not a sponsored post. I merely participated in this blogging activity for fun.
I have a special place in my heart for Sangria. You see, when I was a teen, I didn’t know it had alcohol in it and merrily drank MANY glasses. My friends finally told me, and I was quite curious why I felt “funny” hehe. Anyways, I just LOVE it. It’s sooooo drinkable in the best possible way. This is the perfect thing to make for the upcoming long weekend, Sarah. Peaches and white wine are best friends. Love this recipe! Thanks for letting me ramble on about my high school drinking escapades 😉
I think I laughed a LITTLE too hard at that story, Allison. Oh my gosh, that is just too funny! 😀 But I totally get it too. Once you have one glass of sangria, many glasses are soon to follow. Fact. 🙂
Thanks girl! Hope you’re having a fun weekend!
Love a good Sangria especially with peach.
Kathy @ Olives & Garlic recently posted…Corn Crab Chowder with Bacon
Hope you’re having a good weekend, Kathy! 🙂
A great Sangria is ALWAYS welcome! This looks so delicious and refreshing!
Jessica @ Jessica in the Kitchen recently posted…Quinoa and Corn Salad with Honey-Lime Dressing
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What a great way to celebrate one of our last fridays this summer! You can’t go wrong a big batch of sangria!
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Totally agree, Monet! The last days of summer definitely call for sangria. 🙂
What a beautiful drink, Sarah! I love the color! So pretty for the summer and definitely perfect for a weekend drink.
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I love sangria. Especially if strawberries and peaches are involved! Cheers!
Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen recently posted…Tortilla Crusted Chicken with Coconut Rice
Happy weekend, Christin! 😀
This is the perfect drink to make for the end of summer, Sarah. Love the colour!! So fresh and beautiful drink 😉
Olivia – Primavera Kitchen recently posted…Shrimp Fried Rice with Broccoli
Thanks so much, Olivia! Hope you had a good weekend! 🙂
Yumm sangria is my favorite summer drink! So good I could drink it all year round, truth to be told 😛 And your version looks absolutely delish! What a gorgeous color!
Consuelo – Honey & Figs recently posted…Cauliflower Nuggets
Oh, I totally drink it year-round. Summer’s definitely too short, right?! 🙂 Thanks, Consuelo!
This sounds like such a delicious and refreshing summertime drink and I love that it uses xylitol!
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Love sangria! Love the addition of strawberries, such a unique take on this classic! Perfect summer drink! 🙂
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Thank you, Jess! The strawberries really do add a special fruity twist to this drink that we love! 🙂
Can it please be Friday like right now, so I can have an excuse to make a huge pitcher of this??!!! I’m a sucker for wine and I especially love it when it is mixed together and infused with all kinds of summer fruits! This looks delicious 🙂
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Don’t wait for Friday, girl! Make ALL the sangria ASAP. Wednesday needs it. 😉
Love this pretty sangria – it’s looks so refreshing and perfect for summer!
Thanks, Kelly! It definitely screams SUMMER with every sip. 😀
What about having this after peach season is over? Can I use frozen peaches (thawed) and get a similar taste? I’ve been searching for a copycat recipe for GA Peach Sangria from City Cafe in Savannah, GA. With the exception of the strawberries and addition of a little triple sec, this looks like a great substitute to make in NC.
You could definitely use frozen peaches that have been thawed, but it might not be as good as using fresh ones. LMK what you think if you do try this sangria, Lillie!