Berrylicious Summer Sangria
A delightful twist on the classic Sangria, the Berrylicious Summer Sangria bursts with the vibrant flavors of mixed berries, fragrant mint, and zesty limoncello. This refreshing cocktail is perfect for summer gatherings, offering a sweet and tangy burst with every sip. The combination of pink moscato and strawberry syrup creates a luscious base for the frozen berries, resulting in a visually stunning and delectable drink that will impress any guest.
Berrylicious Summer Sangria
A refreshing and visually stunning summer cocktail bursting with the vibrant flavors of mixed berries and zesty limoncello.
Ingredients
- 2 fresh ripe strawberries, hulled and washed
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon water
- 6 oz chilled pink moscato or rosé
- 1 tablespoon limoncello
- 1/4 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/4 cup frozen hulled and halved strawberries
- 2 tablespoons frozen blueberries
- 3-4 fresh mint leaves
- 2-3 thin slices of lemon, seeds discarded
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the strawberries, sugar, and water over medium heat.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat, cover, and allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Press the syrup through a mesh sieve in small batches, discarding the pulp and seeds.
- In a large pitcher, combine 1/4 cup of the strawberry syrup with the moscato, limoncello, frozen berries, mint leaves, and lemon slices.
- Pour the sangria into ice-filled stemware, and add a scoop of fruit to each glass.
- Garnish with a strawberry slotted onto the edge of the glass.