Showstopping Sangria Recipes

From picnics and parties to backyard barbecues and summer dinners, sangria is always a welcome addition to the table. These recipes make it easy to mix up the perfect pitcher any time.

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Black and Blue Berry Sangria

Summer's berry bounty is on full display in this dark sangria flavored with black raspberry liqueur, mixed-berry vodka and loads of fresh blackberries and blueberries.

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White Sangria

Rachael's sangria takes five to 10 minutes to assemble in a large pitcher. Take the time to prepare it in the morning so the sangria has several hours to develop its fruity flavor. Pull it out when dinner is ready to serve that evening.

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Sangria Slushie

Consider this sangria 2.0. Your favorite Spanish beverage has gone slushy thanks to some clever homemade red wine ice cubes and a blender.

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Rose Sangria

Made with dry rose wine and a touch of brandy, this cool summer sangria boasts bright strawberries, raspberries and lemon.

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Lemon-Cilantro Sangria

Summer in a pitcher, this sangria combines crisp white wine, lemon-flavored liqueur and lemon soda with a bright, herbal cilantro syrup for a decidedly adult version of lemonade.

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Red Wine Sangria

Bobby combines orange juice and pomegranate juice with Spanish table wine, brandy and triple sec as the base for this sangria that's filled with oranges, apples, blackberries and pomegranate seeds.

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Vanilla, Starfruit and Champagne Sangria

Lillet Blanc, an aromatic French aperitif wine, enhances the delicate starfruit in this festive sangria. Made with Champagne and vanilla bean syrup, it's ideal for anytime you want to add a bit of sparkle to the party.

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Green Melon-Mint Sangria

Melon liqueur adds flavor and also a bright green color to this spring sangria, teeming with tart apples, other green fruits and mint leaves. This sangria is fresh and fruity, perfect for a summer barbecues and pool parties too.

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Watermelon-Strawberry Sangria

Watermelon and strawberries are two of summer's defining fruits, so why not enjoy them in beverage form? Bobby's refreshing sangria will add an elegant touch to any summer party.

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Red Sangria

You can never go wrong with a classic sangria. Pro tip: It's best to make this with a dry red wine, which balances out the sweet oranges and apples.

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Pineapple-Coconut Sangria

This beachy sangria, packed with tropical fruits, coconut rum and coconut syrup, is the perfect drink for any occasion.

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Orange, Aperol and Rosemary Sangria

This bright orange sangria combines Aperol, a slightly bitter orange-flavored aperitif, with orange liqueur, soda, juice and slices and a nice herbal hit of fragrant rosemary for an early autumn tipple.

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Cranberry-Clementine Mulled Sangria

Typically served hot, this mulled wine is sweetened with maple syrup and flavored with tea and spices before being chilled to create a refreshing seasonal sangria.

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White Peach, Tarragon and Bubble Sangria

Tapioca pearls add a bit of whimsy to this bubble-tea-like sangria that's flavored with honey-scented elderflower liqueur and fragrant white peaches. It's a delicate drink, perfect for an Easter brunch or spring party or to serve with grilled fish or vegetables.

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Sparkling Wine Sangria (Sangria de Cava)

Daisy uses well-chilled Cava (a Spanish sparkling wine) and berries for a brunch-worthy sangria.

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Passion Fruit Sangria

You’ll feel the love with Bobby’s refreshing sangria. Passion fruit puree lends its beautiful color to the drink, which is complemented by slices of apple, orange and lemon.

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Chocolate-Cherry Sangria

This winter sangria is inspired by an iconic treat: chocolate-covered cherries. Its signature flavors come from chocolate liqueur and both preserved and frozen cherries — a perfect dessert sangria.

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Beer Sangria

Skip white wine in favor of grape juice and wheat beer as the basis for this crowd-pleasing sangria.

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Rose, Rosewater and Raspberry Sangria

Raspberries and grapefruit soda add a bit of tang to balance out the floral rosewater syrup in this rose wine sangria. Thanks to its blushing-pink color, the drink is perfect for Mother's Day or a spring picnic in the garden.

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Mulled Red Wine Sangria

Bobby spikes Spanish red wine with orange juice and brandy and serves it warm with citrus slices for a steamy, autumn-inspired spin on sangria.

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Frozen Grape Sangria

A light summer wine, like Pinot Grigio, is best for this white sangria. Freeze only the green grapes before assembling the drink this makes for a refreshing cocktail that isn't overwhelmingly cold.

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Apple Raspberry Sangria

Giada uses Pinot Grigio, a delicate white wine, to enhance the apple cider and orange liqueur in her autumnal cocktail.

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Big Time Sangria

Ree’s sangria is big time for a reason. She uses two bottles of rose wine and Sauvignon Blanc, then adds in fruit, simple syrup and orange-flavored rum and vodka. Once chilled, she pours in sparkling water for a fun pop of fizz.

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Peach Sangria

This simple sangria calls for only three ingredients: peaches, Riesling and lemon. Prepping for a party has never been easier.

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Pumpkin Sangria

Sandra’s bewitching sangria is made with just three ingredients: pumpkin spice liqueur, tropical juice and white wine. To decorate, she dips a glass in maple syrup, then coats the rims with a sweet pumpkin spice blend.

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