This watermelon sangria is the perfect drink to cool off with on a hot summer day. It's light, fruity, and refreshing, making it the perfect choice for a backyard BBQ or pool party. The combination of juicy watermelon, crisp white wine, and a hint of citrus makes for a delightful and easy-to-make drink that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 1 bottle white wine (750ml)
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 2 cups sparkling water
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Directions
- In a blender, puree the watermelon until smooth.
- In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon puree, white wine, triple sec, and simple syrup.
- Add the sliced lime, lemon, and orange to the pitcher and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Just before serving, stir in the sparkling water.
- Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the watermelon sangria over the ice.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Watermelon is over 90% water, making it a hydrating and refreshing fruit.
Sangria originated in Spain and is traditionally made with red wine and chopped fruit.
Adding sparkling water to sangria gives it a fizzy and bubbly texture.