White Wine California Citrus Sangria
Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant fruit flavors, this White Wine California Citrus Sangria is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for sunny days and festive gatherings. Made with a base of crisp dry white wine, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, and a medley of colorful citrus slices and green apple wedges, this sangria is a celebration of California’s vibrant fruit harvest. A touch of orange liqueur and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar elevate the flavor profile, while a splash of club soda adds a sparkling finish. Perfectly chilled after a few hours of infusing in the fridge, this sangria is an easy yet elegant drink to serve at brunches, barbecues, or any casual get-together. Garnish with fresh mint for an extra pop of freshness, and enjoy this irresistible citrus blend! Ideal search terms: California sangria, white wine sangria recipe, citrus sangria with sparkling water.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 ml Dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 120 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 30 ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 whole Orange
- 1 whole Lemon
- 1 whole Lime
- 1 whole Green apple
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 60 ml Orange liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 240 ml Club soda or sparkling water
- 1 to taste Ice cubes
- 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Wash the orange, lemon, lime, and green apple thoroughly under cold water.
2. Thinly slice the orange, lemon, and lime into rounds. Remove any seeds. Place the slices into a large pitcher.
3. Core the green apple and cut it into thin wedges. Add the apple slices to the pitcher.
4. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the fresh orange juice and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
5. Pour the orange juice mixture, white wine, and orange liqueur into the pitcher with the fruit. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
6. Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 24 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
7. Just before serving, add the club soda or sparkling water to the sangria and stir gently to mix.
8. Fill individual glasses with ice cubes. Pour the sangria into the glasses, ensuring each serving contains some of the fruit slices.
9. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 123 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.5 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 167 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1369 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
