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Lemon Raspberry Sangria 1

Lemon Raspberry Sangria

A refreshing summer drink that balances bright lemon and juicy raspberries. This vibrant concoction is perfect for hot days and brings together the crisp acidity of lemons with the sweet-tart complexity of fresh raspberries.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 8 glasses
Calories 125 kcal

Equipment

  • Pitcher
  • Wooden Spoon
  • Strainer

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients

  • 1 bottle crisp white wine 750ml, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio recommended
  • 1/2 cup white rum optional, can substitute with white grape juice for non-alcoholic version
  • 3 lemons 2 sliced into rounds, 1 juiced
  • 2 cups fresh raspberries frozen can work in a pinch
  • 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup adjust to taste
  • 2 cups sparkling water
  • fresh mint leaves for garnish
  • ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Wash lemons thoroughly under cold running water. Slice two lemons into thin rounds, removing seeds as you go. Juice the remaining lemon into a large pitcher, catching any seeds with a small strainer.
  • Add 1 1/2 cups of raspberries to the pitcher, reserving 1/2 cup for garnish. Gently press some of the raspberries against the side of the pitcher with a wooden spoon to release their juices.
  • Pour the entire bottle of chilled white wine into the pitcher with the fruit. If using rum, add it now. Stir gently to begin the flavor infusion process.
  • Add honey or your chosen sweetener to the mixture. Stir gently until sweetener dissolves completely.
  • Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, though 4-6 hours will develop a noticeably richer flavor profile.
  • Just before serving, add the sparkling water and stir gently.
  • Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria carefully to preserve the carbonation, and garnish each glass with reserved raspberries and mint leaves.

Notes

For a lower-calorie version, replace half the honey with monk fruit sweetener and use a lighter white wine. For alcohol-free enjoyment, substitute the wine with white grape juice mixed with white tea, and skip the rum entirely. Without sparkling water added, this sangria base can be refrigerated for up to 48 hours.

Nutrition

Calories: 125kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSugar: 12gVitamin C: 35mg
Keyword Sangria, Lemon, Raspberry, Summer Drinks, Refreshing Drinks
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