Description
A refreshing and elegant White Peach Sangria featuring dry white wine, brandy, and orange liqueur, infused with fresh white peach slices, citrus, and mint. Perfect for a summer gathering, this sangria combines fruity sweetness with a sparkling finish for a delightful, easy-to-make cocktail.
Ingredients
Scale
Wine and Spirits
- 1 bottle dry white wine (750 ml)
- 1/4 cup brandy (60 ml)
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (60 ml)
Fruits and Flavorings
- 1 large white peach, sliced
- 1/2 orange, thinly sliced
- 1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (about 10-15 leaves)
Additions
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1/2 cup sparkling water (120 ml)
Instructions
- Combine Wine and Brandy: Pour the entire bottle of dry white wine into a large pitcher or bowl, then add the brandy, stirring gently to blend the flavors.
- Add Orange Liqueur: Pour in the orange liqueur while continuing to stir the mixture evenly to integrate all alcohol components.
- Sweeten with Honey: Drizzle the honey into the sangria mixture and stir well until it dissolves completely for balanced sweetness.
- Prepare White Peach: Slice the large white peach into thin wedges or rings, removing the pit to ensure smooth texture in the sangria.
- Add Peach and Extract Juice: Add the sliced peach pieces to the pitcher and gently press them with a spoon to release some of their juice, enhancing the sangria’s fruity flavor.
- Add Citrus Slices: Thinly slice half an orange and half a lemon; add these citrus slices to the pitcher to provide a bright, tangy component.
- Mix Fruit and Wine: Stir the combined fruit and wine mixture thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the sangria.
- Chill: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least two hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Sparkling Water: Just before serving, stir in the sparkling water gently to add refreshing effervescence.
- Add Fresh Mint: Lightly slap the fresh mint leaves between your hands to release their aroma and add them to the pitcher, stirring again to distribute the mint.
- Prepare to Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the sangria over, making sure to include some fruit slices in each glass for garnish and enhanced flavor.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally garnish each glass with additional mint leaves and serve immediately to enjoy the fresh, lively taste.
Notes
- For best results, chill the sangria overnight to allow optimal flavor infusion.
- If you prefer a less sweet sangria, reduce the honey or substitute with a natural sweetener of your choice.
- Sparking water is added last to preserve the fizz; add just before serving.
- Fresh mint leaves give a bright, aromatic note; bruising them gently releases their oils.
- Use a good quality dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for balanced acidity and fruitiness.
- Clear glass pitchers showcase the colorful fruit slices attractively for serving.
