I can’t get enough of this strawberry white sangria, where juicy berries, bright lemonade, and chilled white wine make the prettiest sip of summer. One pitcher on the table and suddenly every outdoor day feels like the best one yet.

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I am obsessed with this Strawberry Lemonade Sangria because it tastes like I raided the farmers market and poured it straight into my favorite pitcher. Fresh strawberries make it juicy and bright, while lemonade brings that sharp, sunny kick I keep craving when I am parked outside with messy hair and zero plans.

And the color? Ridiculous.

I love how it feels laid-back but still a little fancy, like my patio suddenly got better without trying. But mostly, I adore the way every sip lands cold, tart, berry-packed, and way too easy to go back for another glass.

Summer, basically.

Ingredients

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Dry white wine keeps it crisp, light, and not too sweet.
Fresh strawberries bring juicy sweetness and that pretty pink summer vibe.
Lemon adds bright tang, so the drink doesn’t feel flat.
Lemonade makes it easy, sweet, and super sippable for a crowd.
Orange liqueur gives a citrusy kick and a little grown-up warmth.
Simple syrup or honey smooths out the tart edges nicely.
Sparkling water adds bubbles, making each glass feel fresh and fun.
Ice keeps everything chilly, because warm sangria is honestly sad.
Plus, the fruit soaks up flavor, which is always the best part.
Basically, it’s fruity, bright, and dangerously easy to drink.

Ingredient Quantities

1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

2 cups fresh strawberries

1 large lemon

2 cups lemonade

1/4 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)

2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey

1 cup sparkling water or club soda

Ice, as needed

How to Make this

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1. Rinse and hull 2 cups fresh strawberries, then slice them thinly.

2. Zest the large lemon, then slice it into thin rounds and remove any seeds.

3. In a large pitcher, gently muddle half of the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey and a few lemon slices to release juices.

4. Add the 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine, 2 cups lemonade, and 1/4 cup orange liqueur to the pitcher and stir to combine.

5. Add the remaining sliced strawberries and lemon rounds to the mixture.

6. Stir in the lemon zest for extra brightness.

7. Cover and refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours and up to overnight to allow flavors to meld.

8. Just before serving, add 1 cup sparkling water or club soda and ice to the pitcher, stir gently, and taste; adjust sweetness with more simple syrup or honey if needed.

Equipment Needed

1. Large pitcher (at least 2 quart)
2. Muddler or sturdy wooden spoon
3. Chef knife
4. Cutting board
5. Citrus zester
6. Measuring cups and spoons
7. Bottle opener or corkscrew
8. Long stirring spoon or ladle

FAQ

How far ahead can I make this sangria? You can make it 4 to 24 hours ahead. Keep it covered and refrigerated. Add the sparkling water and ice just before serving so it stays fizzy.

Can I use frozen strawberries? Yes. Thaw them slightly and drain any excess liquid before adding. They work well when fresh berries are out of season.

What wine is best? Use a dry, light white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Avoid overly oaky or heavily oaked wines so the fruit flavors shine.

Can I make this nonalcoholic? Yes. Substitute the wine with unsweetened sparkling white grape juice or a mix of white grape juice and water, and skip the orange liqueur or replace it with a splash of orange juice.

How do I keep the fruit from turning mushy? Add the fruit when you assemble, but do not over-muddle. Chill the sangria and serve within 24 hours for best texture. Reserve some fresh slices for garnish.

Any tips for extra flavor? Macerate the berries briefly in a little orange liqueur or sugar before adding, or add a few mint leaves or a cinnamon stick while chilling for a subtle aromatic note.

Strawberry Lemonade Sangria Recipe Substitutions and Variations

Dry white wine: Prosecco for more bubbles and sweetness, dry rosé for fruitier notes, or a light unoaked Chardonnay for body
Fresh strawberries: Frozen strawberries thawed and drained, raspberries for tartness, or sliced peaches for a summer twist
Orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau): Peach schnapps for stone fruit flavor, Grand Marnier for richer orange and cognac notes, or omit and add extra orange juice
Sparkling water or club soda: Ginger ale for spice and sweetness, tonic water for bitter complexity, or plain soda water with a splash of lemon-lime soda for sweetness

Pro Tips

1. Muddle gently and sparingly: press the strawberries just enough to release some juice but not so much that the sangria becomes pulpy. You want pretty fruit pieces in the glass, not mashed jam.

2. Chill longer for depth: if time allows, let the sangria rest overnight in the fridge. The flavors soften and marry better, and the wine takes on a subtle fruit perfume.

3. Add sparkling at the last minute: pour in the sparkling water or club soda right before serving so it stays fizzy. If you add it too early the bubbles will fade and the drink will taste flat.

4. Balance sweetness with acidity: taste before serving and brighten it with a squeeze of fresh lemon or a touch more lemon zest if it feels too sweet. Conversely, a little extra simple syrup or honey can round it out if the wine is very tart.

5. Keep fruit chilled and swap textures: freeze a handful of sliced strawberries on a tray and add them to glasses as fruit ice cubes. They keep drinks cold without diluting flavor and keep fresh slices from going soggy.

Strawberry Lemonade Sangria Recipe

Recipe by Samantha Dalling

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Servings

servings

Calories

215

kcal

Equipment: 1. Large pitcher (at least 2 quart)
2. Muddler or sturdy wooden spoon
3. Chef knife
4. Cutting board
5. Citrus zester
6. Measuring cups and spoons
7. Bottle opener or corkscrew
8. Long stirring spoon or ladle

Ingredients

1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
2 cups fresh strawberries
1 large lemon
2 cups lemonade
1/4 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey
1 cup sparkling water or club soda
Ice, as needed

Directions

Rinse and hull 2 cups fresh strawberries, then slice them thinly.
Zest the large lemon, then slice it into thin rounds and remove any seeds.
In a large pitcher, gently muddle half of the sliced strawberries with 2 tablespoons simple syrup or honey and a few lemon slices to release juices.
Add the 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine, 2 cups lemonade, and 1/4 cup orange liqueur to the pitcher and stir to combine.
Add the remaining sliced strawberries and lemon rounds to the mixture.
Stir in the lemon zest for extra brightness.
Cover and refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours and up to overnight to allow flavors to meld.
Just before serving, add 1 cup sparkling water or club soda and ice to the pitcher, stir gently, and taste; adjust sweetness with more simple syrup or honey if needed.

Notes

Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.