There’s something about a chilled glass of homemade sangria that instantly makes any gathering feel a little more special. This easy red wine sangria is one of my go-to summer drinks because it comes together with just a handful of ingredients and is packed with fresh fruit and refreshing flavor. Made with Pinot Noir, blackberry brandy, peach purée, and fresh fruit, it’s fruity, slightly sweet, and incredibly easy to make ahead of time.
Whether you’re hosting a girls’ night, planning a dinner party, or simply enjoying a warm summer evening at home, this homemade red wine sangria is always a crowd pleaser.
What Is Sangria?
Sangria is a Spanish-inspired wine punch traditionally made with red wine, fresh fruit, and additional ingredients like brandy, fruit juice, or sweetener. One of the best things about sangria is how easy it is to customize. You can use different fruits, wines, juices, or even sparkling water depending on what you have on hand.
For this version, I love using Pinot Noir because it’s smooth and light enough to let the fresh fruit flavors shine without making the sangria feel too heavy.
Why You’ll Love This Red Wine Sangria
This recipe is incredibly simple, but the combination of flavors makes it taste like you spent much more time preparing it. Blackberry brandy adds a delicious fruity depth, while peach purée gives the sangria a subtle sweetness and fresh peach flavor. Pineapple or orange juice adds just the right amount of brightness.
Then, of course, there’s the fresh fruit. Green apple, orange, and peach add color, texture, and even more fruity flavor as they soak in the sangria.
The best part? You can prepare it the night before. Letting the sangria chill overnight gives the fruit time to infuse the wine and allows all of the flavors to come together.
How to Make Red Wine Sangria
Start by adding one bottle of Pinot Noir to a large pitcher. Stir in the blackberry brandy, pineapple or orange juice, and peach purée. Add diced green apple, sliced orange, and sliced peach.
Give everything a good stir, then cover and refrigerate overnight. If you’re short on time, you can chill it for a few hours, but overnight is my favorite way to make it.
When you’re ready to serve, pour the sangria over ice and top each glass with a splash of sparkling water or soda for a little fizz. Add a few pieces of the soaked fruit to each glass and serve chilled.
Easy Tips for the Best Sangria
Use a wine you actually enjoy drinking, but there’s no need to splurge on an expensive bottle. A smooth, fruity red wine like Pinot Noir works beautifully.
If you prefer a sweeter sangria, you can substitute the peach purée with 3 tablespoons of simple syrup. You can also swap the pineapple juice for orange juice depending on the flavor you’re going for.
And don’t skip the chilling time! The longer the sangria sits, the more flavorful it becomes.
This easy red wine sangria is the perfect make-ahead drink for summer entertaining. It’s refreshing, fruity, and effortless the kind of recipe you’ll want to keep in your back pocket all season long.
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