Raspberry Peach Summer Sangria

This Raspberry Peach Sangria is a sweet summer favorite that brings fresh fruit, vodka, and moscato together for a refreshingly light and fruity drink. It’s perfect for warm days when you want something easy to make but impressive to serve. The combination of juicy peaches and tart raspberries creates a delightful balance that will disappear fast at any gathering.

I first mixed this sangria for a friend’s backyard party, and it was gone before the evening ended. Since then it’s become my go-to for summer entertaining.

Ingredients

• One bottle pink moscato chilled: adds sweet floral wine base, choose a Moscato with a nice fruity aroma
• Three quarters cup good quality vodka chilled: balances sweetness and adds a clean kick
• Half a can peach nectar chilled: intensifies the peach flavor, look for a nectar with no added preservatives
• Half a cup lemonade concentrate: adds tangy brightness, opt for fresh or high-quality frozen concentrate
• Two tablespoons sugar: enhances the sweetness, adjust to your taste or use organic sugar for depth
• Six peaches peeled and sliced: fresh ripe peaches bring juicy sweetness and texture, choose firm but ripe peaches
• One 6-ounce container fresh raspberries: tart berries brighten the drink, pick firm raspberries without mold
• Two cups club soda chilled: adds fizz and lightness, use plain or lightly flavored for variety

Step-by-Step Instructions

Combine Ingredients in Pitcher:

Pour the moscato, vodka, peach nectar, lemonade concentrate, and sugar into a large pitcher. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and blend all the liquids evenly.

Add Fruit:

Gently stir in the sliced peaches and fresh raspberries. Coat the fruit in the liquid to begin infusing flavor throughout.

Chill Thoroughly:

Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least eight hours or overnight. This lets the fruit flavors meld beautifully with the wine and spirits.

Add Club Soda Before Serving:

When you are ready to serve, pour in the chilled club soda and stir lightly to combine. This keeps the drink fizzy and refreshing without losing the bubbles.

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My favorite ingredient is the fresh peach. There is something nostalgic about peeling peaches in the summer and letting their juices infuse the sangria. This recipe always reminds me of long afternoons with friends, sipping drinks and laughing in the sunshine.

Storage Tips

Store the sangria in a sealed pitcher or container in the refrigerator to keep it fresh. Adding the club soda just before serving maintains the bubbles and prevents it from going flat. Leftover sangria can keep for up to two days but fruit may become mushy if stored too long.

Ingredient Substitutions

If peach nectar is unavailable use fresh peach juice or a splash of peach schnapps for a boozier twist. Replace moscato with a sweet rosé or white wine for a different flavor profile. Vodka can be swapped for gin to add botanical notes.

Serving Suggestions

Serve over ice in rocks glasses garnished with extra peach slices or raspberries for visual appeal. Pair this sangria with light salads, grilled chicken, or spicy tapas to complement the fruity sweetness.

Cultural Context

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Sangria is a traditional Spanish drink typically made with red wine and fruit. This version takes inspiration from classic recipes but brightens it with pink moscato and summer stone fruit for an American twist on a beloved cocktail.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ What fruit is used in this drink?

Fresh raspberries and peeled, sliced peaches are the main fruits, lending natural sweetness and vibrant color.

→ How long should this drink be chilled?

Chill the mixture for at least eight hours or overnight to allow flavors to develop fully.

→ Can I serve it without chilling?

Using chilled ingredients allows serving right away, though the flavor deepens with resting time.

→ What sparkling element is added before serving?

Chilled club soda is stirred in just before serving for a refreshing fizz.

→ Is there added sweetness beyond the fruit?

Yes, the drink includes sugar and lemonade concentrate to enhance the overall balance of flavors.