Delicious Summer Sangria Recipes

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Since it's still scorching outside, why not take a little time to cool off and relax with a tiny umbrella and an 8 oz. vacation in a glass? A more grown-up juice punch, Sangria has become an increasingly popular summer drink because of its refreshing finish. This summer favorite is one of the many food and drink classics that we owe to Spain, but can now be found in many forms at bars and restaurants around the world.

A classic Sangria consists of either a red or white wine, a sweetener, seltzer or lemon-lime soda, and a choice of fruit to add an extra hint of sweetness. Here, we feature variations on the classic sangria; choose sangria recipes with ingredients to pair with Spanish dishes, or pair with any dish at your BBQ or picnic.

Delicious Summer Sangria Recipes
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This white sangria recipe calls for kiwis, raspberries and peaches. And with a natural sweetener, this lovely cocktail can still help you keep your summer figure.

Recipe: White Sangria Sparkler
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Red Rooster’s signature drink, the Rooster Punch, is our take off of the traditional sangria. The added brandy and triple sec give the drink an extra happy boost.

Recipe: Rooster Punch
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Spicy Sangria, you ask? That's right! A red chili pepper, as well as other cleverly added ingredients, spice up this Sangria.

Recipe: Spicy Sangria
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This is August Restaurant’s recipe that skips the wine altogether and substitutes in a hibiscus-infused vodka. A sangria with a serious twist!

Recipe: Sweet Serenity
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Add rum to super-charge your sangria! With the added fruit, this sangria is a definite crowd-pleaser.

Recipe: Super Summer Sangria
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Like Strawberry and Rhubarb pies? Well, then this sangria is a definite must-try! This sweet recipe uses fruit that you wouldn’t normally find at the bottom of your sangria pitcher.

Recipe: Strawberry Rhubarb Sangria
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Raspberries and thyme are what make this sangria sing. You can choose to use either Rosé or Prosecco for this white sangria.

Recipe: Raspberry Thyme Sangria
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The elderberry in St. Germain gives this sangria its floral flavor. Feel free to use seasonal berries when whipping this one up.

Recipe: Sangria Flora

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