It’s officially summer and fruity, refreshing drinks are in full swing!
I think this is my 3rd or 4th sangria recipe and I feel like they are getting better and better each time.
Everyone just keep asking me to make more sangria since the first time I made it and so… here you go!
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What is Strawberry Rosé Sangria?
Sangria is a popular Spanish punch that traditionally consists of red wine, chopped fruit, and a sweetener. Our Strawberry Rosé Sangria is a modern twist on this classic drink, using rosé wine instead of red wine and adding a splash of strawberry vodka for an extra kick. The result is a light, refreshing drink that’s perfect for warm weather.
Why You’ll Love this Recipe
There are so many reasons to love this Strawberry Rosé Sangria recipe. First, it’s incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep time. Second, it’s versatile – you can easily adjust the sweetness to your liking or add other fruits to customize the flavor. Finally, it’s a crowd-pleaser – everyone loves a good sangria, and this one is sure to impress your guests.
Other Sangria Recipes
Ingredients
- Rosé Wine: The base of our sangria, rosé wine brings a light, fruity flavor that pairs perfectly with fresh strawberries. Its crisp and refreshing profile makes it ideal for summer.
- Strawberry Vodka: Adds an extra layer of strawberry flavor and a bit of a kick. It enhances the overall strawberry essence of the sangria.
- Lemon-Lime Soda: Provides a fizzy, citrusy touch that balances the sweetness of the strawberries and the wine. It also adds a refreshing effervescence to the drink.
- Stevia or Sugar: Used to sweeten the sangria to your taste. Stevia is a great low-calorie alternative to sugar, but you can use either depending on your preference.
- Fresh Strawberries: The star of the show! Fresh, hulled, and sliced strawberries infuse the sangria with their natural sweetness and vibrant color. They also serve as a beautiful garnish when serving.
Substitutions & Additions
If you don’t have strawberry vodka on hand, you can use regular vodka and add a splash of strawberry syrup or puree. You can also experiment with other fruits like raspberries, peaches, or citrus slices to add more depth to the flavor. For a non-alcoholic version, simply replace the rosé wine and vodka with a mix of sparkling water and strawberry juice.
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How to Make this Recipe
Combine Ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the rosé wine, strawberry vodka, and half of the sliced strawberries. Taste for sweetness and add stevia or sugar if necessary. Stir well to combine.
Refrigerate: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or up to 6 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together and the strawberries to infuse the wine with their sweetness.
Add Soda and Serve: Just before serving, add the lemon-lime soda and the remaining strawberries to the pitcher. Stir gently to combine. Serve the sangria over ice, garnished with additional strawberry slices if desired.
Cooking Tips & Tricks
Chill Your Ingredients: For the best results, make sure all your ingredients are well-chilled before you start. This will help keep your sangria cold and refreshing.
Adjust Sweetness: The sweetness of your sangria can be easily adjusted to your liking. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add more stevia or sugar. If you like it less sweet, reduce the amount or omit it altogether.
Use Fresh Strawberries: Fresh, ripe strawberries will give your sangria the best flavor. If strawberries are out of season, you can use frozen ones, but be sure to thaw them first.
Serving Suggestions
Strawberry Rosé Sangria is best served cold, over ice. It’s perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or any occasion where you want a refreshing drink. Pair it with light appetizers like cheese and crackers, fresh fruit, or a charcuterie board for a delicious spread.
Storage Suggestions
If you have any leftover sangria, store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will continue to develop, making it even more delicious the next day. Just be sure to give it a good stir before serving.
Recipe FAQ
Can I make this sangria ahead of time? Yes! In fact, it’s best to make it a few hours ahead to allow the flavors to meld together. Just wait to add the lemon-lime soda until right before serving.
Can I use a different type of wine? Absolutely! While rosé wine gives this sangria its unique flavor, you can experiment with white wine or even a light red wine if you prefer.
What can I use instead of stevia? You can use regular sugar, honey, or any other sweetener you prefer. Just adjust the amount to taste.
More Strawberry Recipes
Anyway, back to this gorgeous Strawberry Rosé Sangria.
I made this particular sangria a few weeks back for a little BBQ we were having and it was a hit.
But I actually went and bought all the ingredients again to make more tonight for the 4th of July celebration we are having. It’s red-ish so it counts!
My mom is still in town and she loves sangria so I know that she will love this recipe and so will you!
Enjoy and Happy 4th of July!
Strawberry Rosé Sangria
Ingredients
- 2 (750 ml) bottles rosé wine
- 2 cups strawberry vodka
- 5 cups lemon-lime soda
- ½ cup stevia or sugar
- 20 strawberries fresh, hulled and sliced
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine wine, vodka, and 1/2 of the strawberries. Taste for sweetness and add sweetener if necessary, and stir.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 6.
- Just before serving, add Sprite, the rest of strawberries and gently stir.
- Serve over ice with strawberry garnish.
Mmm, I love a good sangria, and this definitely fits the bill!!! Thanks for sharing your recipe with us at Merry Monday!
Would there be any substitutions for the vodka?
As in a different liquor?
so gorgeous!! I tried to photograph some cocktails this week and used your images as a guide. I am so in awe of what you pull off–it’s so tough!! Also, I realized I’m very jealous of your crushed ice situation… 😉
haha, thanks! I love taking pictures of drinks for some reason!
We used to make something like this but with watermelon in college. SO GOOD! I bet the strawberries are even better
if i want to make it non alcoholic is there something i need to add/remove from ingredients?
Do you mean, remove anything besides the wine and vodka?
if i remove vodka, do i need to remove anything else on the ingredients or do i need to add anything to retain the taste?
Both wine and vodka contain alcohol. The only way to make this “nonalcoholic” would be to add some strawberries to some lemon lime soda… but then it’s not sangria and will definitely not have the same flavor profile. Please refer to my FAQ here for questions about ingredient substitutions.
What other vodka or liquor can I use, instead of the Strawberry Vodka, cuz I can’t find it in my country?
Hi Monica! If you don’t have Strawberry Vodka you can just use regular, unflavored vodka.
This recipe is delicious although it does not yield 1gallon. It comes closer to half a gallon.
This looks great. What brand of wine did you use?
Thanks, Ashel. The brand of wine doesn’t matter but I used a local wine from Traverse City.
Is it really 1/4 cup of stevia?
Yes
So much easier than other sangria recipes but just as delicious and pretty! Great recipe. Thank you!!
Glad you loved it, Christina!
How much sprite should I add??
The recipe says 2 1/2 cups of Sprite
This sangria just screams Summer! Like you mentioned, in Summer I just need something light, and refreshing. The ingredients are so simple. I can’t wait to try this!
Thanks, Amanda!
Would it be weird to muddle the strawberries rather than put them in sliced? Just to get a little bit more of the fruit while drinking?
No, that would work fine!
I keep looking through some inspiration for my cocktails and I stumble upon your wonderful cocktails all the time! What a con incidence – or not?! 🙂 Great recipe, Jennifer!
Girl, you have my mouth watering on this one! Cannot wait for it to be strawberry picking season! I’ll be drinking this one on the back porch for sure!
Can I use raspberry vodka? Or do you think that will ruin it? I can’t find strawberry vodka in my country.
Yes, raspberry vodka would be fine. You can also use regular, unflavored vodka if you prefer.
I can’t wait to try your simple recipe. My standby has like a million ingredients and so much alcohol you’re staggering around after one glass. And since I would like to enjoy more than one glass…this recipe seems much more appealing!
Looks wonderful! Have you ever made Sangria from peach wine? My bestie sent me a bottle from her home state of Colorado…I made Sangria for a lake cocktail gathering…it got rave reviews!
I am definitely going to make your beautiful sangria!
No, but that sounds absolutely delicious!
YUM YUM YUM. I love this sangria!
Odd that I’m asking, but I was wondering what plug-in you use to show your recipes. They’re beautiful and clean. I’d love to know! Thank you 🙂
Thanks, Miranda! Also, I use WP Recipe Maker but have created a custom template with it. =)
I’ll never understand why people leave stars when they haven’t even tried the recipe. Just a pet peeve of mine. ANYWAY, I did make this recipe for the 4th, and let me tell ya, leave the sugar completely out and you’ve got something that will be famous! After I read the recipe I got to thinking that once I added the soda, (Canada Dry Gingerale Lemonade is wonderful), it would add the sweetness. Everyone at the party agreed that sugar would have made it way too sweet to enjoy. Two pitchers were gone in no time, everybody asked for the recipe and there was much disappointment when I said there was no more! I used frozen fruit instead of ice, (whole strawberries, lemon slices and some chopped nectarines), so as not to dilute this wonderful sangria! Thank you for this recipe, it is a keeper! And it’s pretty, too! Oh, and the fruit packs a punch…YUM!
Making this for company tonight – our small town liquor store only had mixed berry vodka, so I’m adding raspberries and blueberries to the strawberries! Voila! Mixed berry Sangria!
Made this for a family cookout, and everyone absolutely LOVED it! Perfect Summer drink!!
Can you use a red wine instead and who’s would you recommend
You could use red wine but the taste would be radically different and not at all as the recipe is intended.
Looks delicious! Are you able to swap out the soda for lemon lime La croix instead?
Sure!