Peach Sangria
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4.9
Peach Sangria
Description
Peach Sangria features sliced yellow peaches soaked in a blend of peach liqueur and white wine, enhanced by a homemade simple syrup to balance sweetness. The chilling step is important to allow the peaches to infuse the liquid with their aroma and flavor. Just before serving, chilled ginger ale is gently mixed in to add carbonation and a crisp finish. The drink is served in wine glasses, each garnished with a piece or two of peach, making it visually appealing and attractive as a summer beverage or party punch. A note on pouring ginger ale into individual glasses rather than the entire pitcher is given to maintain carbonation longer.
The use of fresh peaches adds natural fruitiness, while the peach liqueur intensifies the peach flavor and adds depth. The white wine provides the alcoholic base without overpowering the fruit, and the ginger ale introduces subtle spiciness and fizz. This combination results in a balanced, mildly sweet sangria that highlights peach as the star ingredient.
The recipe is straightforward but benefits from resting in the refrigerator for hours or overnight to fully develop its flavor. It's recommended to serve chilled and allow guests to enjoy both the drink and the soft fruit pieces.
Ingredients
- 1 pound yellow peaches fresh, sliced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 3/4 cup peach liqueur or peach schnapps
- 750 milliliters white wine (1 bottle)
- 1 liter ginger ale chilled
Instructions
- Place the sliced peaches into the bottom of the sangria pitcher.
- In a small saucepan, bring 1/4 cup of sugar and 1/2 cup of water to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and let it cool. This is your simple syrup.
- Pour the simple syrup, peach liqueur and white wine over the peaches. Stir.Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and let it sit for at least 2 hours, up to overnight.
- When ready to serve, top the pitcher off with chilled ginger ale and stir gently. Serve in wine glasses, allowing a piece of fruit or two into each glass.
- The ginger ale will lose its carbonation quickly in the pitcher, but will still add a great flavor. If you'd like a more sparkling sangria, top the glasses off, rather than the pitcher. Fill each glass half full with sangria and top off with ginger ale. This will make the final beverage more carbonated and sparkling.
Notes
- Use a large pitcher to allow enough room for mixing and chilling the sangria ingredients.
- Chill the sangria for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to enhance fruit infusion.
- Add ginger ale just before serving to retain carbonation; alternatively, top off individual glasses for a fizzier drink.
- Include fresh peach slices in each serving for a decorative and tasty garnish.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 222 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 222kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 30g | 10% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 4% |
| Sugar | 27g | 54% |
| Vitamin A | 185IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 3.7mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 16mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.6mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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