Refreshing Strawberry White Wine Sangria Recipe

5 from 2 votes

Refreshing strawberry sangria made with white wine, citrus, and rum. Perfect summer drink that's easy, fruity, and customizable.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Spanish

Keyword: cocktail

Servings:

Calories: 201kcal

Prepare the strawberries: Rinse and hull the strawberries. Set aside 6–7 strawberries and mash them using a fork or muddler until juicy. Transfer the mashed strawberries to a large pitcher.
Slice the fruit: Slice the remaining strawberries and add them to the pitcher. Thinly slice one orange and one lemon (with the peel on), removing any seeds, and add them as well.
Juice the citrus: Juice the second orange and pour the fresh orange juice into the pitcher.
Add the liquids: Pour in the maple syrup or honey, rum (adjust the amount based on how strong you'd like it), and the full bottle of white wine.
Chill: Stir everything together gently. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
Serve: Serve chilled, with or without ice. Optionally, garnish glasses with fresh mint or a citrus slice.

Make Ahead: You can make this sangria up to 24 hours in advance. In fact, the longer it chills, the more intense the flavors become. Just give it a good stir before serving.
Storage: Store leftover sangria covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. After that, the fruit may become too soft.
Wine: Use a dry or semi-dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or a light Chardonnay. You can also use rosé wine. Avoid overly sweet wines unless you prefer a very sweet sangria.
Rum: White rum adds a subtle kick, but feel free to use flavored liqueurs like orange liqueur (Triple Sec, Cointreau) or elderflower liqueur for a twist.
Sweetener: Adjust the sweetness to your liking. Maple syrup and honey are great natural options, but white sugar or simple syrup also work. Add more if your fruit or wine is on the tart side.
Fruit Swaps: You can add other fruits like sliced peaches, raspberries, or apple slices to customize the flavor and color.
Serving Tip: Serve over ice with a splash of sparkling water for a lighter, bubbly version.