Description
A refreshing and vibrant Peach Sangria recipe perfect for summer gatherings. This delightful drink blends dry white wine with peach schnapps and a medley of fresh fruits including peaches, strawberries, orange, lemon, and lime. Enhanced with soda water or lemon-lime soda and garnished with fresh mint, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and serve chilled.
Ingredients
Scale
Alcohol and Liquids
- 1 bottle of dry white wine (750 ml)
- 1 cup peach schnapps
- 2 cups soda water or lemon-lime soda
Fresh Fruits
- 2 cups fresh peaches, sliced
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
Additional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Wash Fruits: Wash all your fruits thoroughly using a gentle produce wash to remove any dirt or residues.
- Slice Peaches: Slice the peaches into wedges by cutting around the pit and twisting the halves apart to get clean slices.
- Prepare Strawberries: Hull the strawberries by removing the green tops and slice them into thin pieces or halves.
- Slice Citrus: Slice the orange, lemon, and lime into thin rounds, about 1/4-inch thick, to evenly distribute the citrus flavor.
- Combine Fruits: In a large pitcher or bowl, combine the sliced peaches, strawberries, orange, lemon, and lime, creating a colorful base for the sangria.
- Add Wine: Pour the entire bottle of dry white wine over the fruit, infusing it with fruity aromas.
- Add Schnapps: Add the peach schnapps to the mixture for an extra burst of peach flavor and sweetness.
- Mix Gently: Gently stir with a long spoon to combine, being careful not to mash the fruit to maintain texture.
- Chill: Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor melding.
- Prepare Glasses: When ready to serve, fill each glass with ice cubes to keep the sangria refreshingly cold.
- Pour Sangria: Pour the sangria over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full, including some fruit slices for visual appeal and taste.
- Add Soda: Top off each glass with soda water or lemon-lime soda, depending on your preference to add fizz and a light sweetness.
- Stir: Gently stir to combine the soda with the wine mixture, ensuring the flavors blend well.
- Garnish: Add fresh mint leaves to each glass for an elevated presentation and fresh aroma.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing homemade peach sangria!
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the sangria to refrigerate overnight so the fruits can fully infuse into the wine and schnapps.
- You can adjust the sweetness by choosing soda water for a lighter taste or lemon-lime soda for added sweetness.
- Fresh mint is optional but adds a lovely aroma and visual appeal when serving.
- Use ripe but firm peaches and fresh strawberries for optimal texture and flavor.
- This recipe serves about 6, making it ideal for small gatherings or parties.
