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There’s nothing like a delicious batched cocktail when hosting! This Summer Rosé Sangria hits all the marks — preppable, flavorful, and refreshing! Perfect for your next summer gathering.
Summer hosting should be simple and delicious, and this sangria is exactly that. When I am hosting, I like to have as many items prepped ahead of time so I can enjoy my guests. One simple way I do this is by making a batched cocktail that can be prepped in advance! This Summer Rosé Sangria needs some chill time for the flavors to meld, so it is great to make the night before or the morning of your event.
And y’all, the flavor in this? Delicious! I know sangria can be a little sweet for some, but I find this recipe perfectly balanced with the fresh fruit, basil, and honey. Plus, topping it off with sparkling water helps cut through any additional sweetness!
Ingredients:
- Dry Rosé Wine
- Cointreau or Orange Liqueur
- Honey or Agave
- Fresh Strawberries
- Fresh Peaches
- Fresh Orange
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Sparkling Water or Club Soda
- Ice
Recipe Step-by-Step:
Step One: combine the base
Combine the rosé, Cointreau, honey, strawberries, peaches, orange slices, and basil in a large pitcher.
Step Two: refrigerate
Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight — the longer it sits, the better the fruit infuses.
Step Three: garnish and serve
When ready to serve, fill a wine glass with ice and pour the sangria mixture about ¾ of the way full. Top off with a splash of sparkling water and garnish with extra basil and fruit.
Absolutely! I recommend letting this chill for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight. So prep ahead of your gathering to make hosting even simpler!
Yes! You could use about 1 1/2 to 2 cups of frozen if needed. Add them to the sangria mixture frozen, then allow them to thaw as the flavors meld in the fridge. And even if they are still pretty cold, they work as a flavorful ice alternative to cool your drink when serving!
I can’t wait for y’all to try this Summer Rosé Sangria at your next gathering! Comment below once you try it, and tag me @thedefineddish on Instagram so I can see your creations!
For more summer cocktail ideas:
Summer Rosé Sangria
Ingredients
- 2 bottles dry rosé wine
- ¾ cup Cointreau or orange liqueur
- ¼ cup honey or agave warmed slightly to easily dissolve
- 2 cups strawberries hulled and sliced
- 2 ripe peaches pitted and thinly sliced
- 1 orange sliced into rounds
- Small handful of fresh basil leaves
- 2 cups sparkling water or club soda added at serving
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Combine the rosé, Cointreau, honey, strawberries, peaches, orange slices, and basil in a large pitcher.
- Stir well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight — the longer it sits, the better the fruit infuses.
- When ready to serve, fill a wine glass with ice and pour the sangria mixture about ¾ of the way full. Top off with a splash of sparkling water and garnish with extra basil and fruit.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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