Sangria Blanca
The Quirky Foodster Team
Wine glass or pitcher, served in individual glasses
Glass
Mixed fresh fruit (peach, citrus, berries)
Garnish
Ingredients
- Dry white wine — 750 ml (1 bottle)
- Brandy — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Orange liqueur — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Whole Fresh peach, sliced — 1
- Whole Fresh citrus, sliced — 1
- Simple syrup — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Soda water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
Method
- Combine the wine, brandy, orange liqueur, chopped fruit and syrup in a large pitcher.
- Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
- Add ice and top with soda water just before serving.
- Pour into individual wine glasses, distributing the fruit evenly.
Description: The white wine version of classic Spanish Sangria, lighter and more summery than its red counterpart.
Cultural Background: A natural extension of the Spanish and Portuguese Sangria tradition, using white wine for a paler, brighter warm-weather drink.
Tips: Peaches, citrus and berries all pair especially well with white wine's brighter acidity.
Variations: Add a splash of sparkling wine just before serving for extra fizz.
Serving Suggestion: Serve well chilled, distributing the macerated fruit among glasses.
Nutrition: Approx. 170 kcal per serving (of 4)
FAQs:
Q: How is this different from red Sangria?
A: White wine as the base gives it a lighter, crisper, more summery character than the red version.
- Dry white wine — 750 ml (1 bottle)
- Brandy — 60 ml (2 oz)
- Orange liqueur — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Whole Fresh peach, sliced — 1
- Whole Fresh citrus, sliced — 1
- Simple syrup — 30 ml (1 oz)
- Soda water, to top — 120 ml (4 oz)
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