What ingredients are in a White Wine Sangria?

1 Lime, 1 Lemon, 750 ml White Wine, 1 cup Strawberries, 1 cup Apple, 3 shots Apple Brandy, Top Soda Water

What glass do you use for a White Wine Sangria?

A White Wine Sangria is traditionally served in a Pitcher.

How strong is a White Wine Sangria?

A White Wine Sangria has an estimated ABV of 5.92%.

How many calories are in a White Wine Sangria?

A White Wine Sangria contains approximately 904 calories per serving.

White Wine Sangria

Glass Pitcher

Difficulty Hard

Calories ~904 kcal

ABV 5.92%

Ingredients

Lime 1
Lemon 1
White Wine 750 ml
Strawberries 1 cup
Apple 1 cup
Apple Brandy 3 shots
Soda Water Top

Instructions

Chop the Lemon, Lime and other fruits into large chunks. Fill the Pitcher with the white wine and mix in the Apple Brandy. Top to taste with soda water.

Spanish

White Wine Sangria is a pitcher cocktail made with white wine, fresh strawberries and apple, lime, lemon, apple brandy, and soda water, designed to be made in large batches for parties. The white wine base makes it lighter and more delicate than traditional red sangria, while the apple brandy adds complexity and the strawberries provide a gentle berry sweetness. It is best chilled for several hours before serving.

History & Origins

White wine sangria is a modern variation of the classic Spanish sangria, which traditionally uses red wine. The white wine version gained popularity in the United States and Northern Europe from the 1980s onward as a lighter, more refreshing alternative better suited to warm weather and lighter foods. The specific recipe using apple brandy reflects an American adaptation that adds complexity not found in simpler Spanish versions. The origin of the specific recipe is disputed.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Light white wine fruit — apple, pear, citrus — with fresh strawberry, lime zest, and the warm apple brandy note. Palate: Crisp and fruity, with white wine's natural acidity complemented by soda water's effervescence; apple brandy adds a warming depth, and the macerated strawberries and citrus contribute a complex fruit sweetness. Finish: Clean, slightly tart, and refreshing with lingering citrus and berry.

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Pro Tip

Allow the sangria to macerate in the refrigerator for at least two hours before serving so the fruit and wine flavors fully integrate; add the soda water only at serving time.

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