Summer Sangria

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Fruity but not too sweet, this red wine and brandy sangria is a winner for outdoor entertaining.

By

Martha Stewart Test Kitchen

Updated on June 5, 2023

Servings:

8

There are many takes on sangria, the much-loved wine punch from Spain. Our summer sangria recipe is a classic rendition that combines orange juice, brandy, sugar, and orange and lemon slices with dry red wine. From there, you can lighten the mixture with either seltzer or lemon-lime soda, depending on how sweet you like your punch—or supplement the citrus slices with other fruits for additional sweetness.

Sangria is a favorite for summer parties because it’s fruity, boozy, and endlessly variable. Another reason to love—and make—this big batch drink is because you can combine the wine, brandy, juice, and citrus slices a day ahead and refrigerate to allow the flavors to meld. Then, right before serving, add seltzer to the pitcher and ice to the glasses. It's such a crowd pleaser, you may want to make two batches at a time. Cheers!

Make-Ahead Tips

Chill the bottle of red wine thoroughly before using; this will help keep the ice from melting too quickly in the glass and diluting the taste.
To allow the flavors to blend, make the sangria up to a day ahead of time (and refrigerate). Add the club soda or seltzer just before serving.

Ingredients

4 oranges, 2 juiced, 2 halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise
1/3 to 1/2 cup sugar
¼ cup brandy
1 bottle dry red wine, chilled
2 lemons, thinly sliced
2 cups seltzer or club soda
Ice cubes, for serving

Directions

Combine orange juice, sugar, and brandy:

In a large pitcher, combine orange juice, sugar, and brandy; stir well to dissolve sugar.
Add wine and orange and lemon slices:

Add wine, orange slices, and lemon slices. Stir to combine. (Sangria can be made ahead to this point.)
To serve:

Add seltzer; stir to combine. Fill glasses with ice, then add sangria.

Originally appeared: Everyday Food, July/August 2005

Summer Sangria

Make-Ahead Tips

Ingredients

Directions

Combine orange juice, sugar, and brandy:

Add wine and orange and lemon slices:

To serve: