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Winter White Sangria

Winter citrus season is upon us... and what better way to enjoy the fruits of the season than by mixing up a pitcher of Winter Sangria? Full of pink grapefruit, cara cara or blood oranges, pears and pomegranates, this sangria is well-balanced and bursting with flavor. Pour in crisp white wine and mint simple syrup, chill overnight and serve cold the next day. Enjoy the tart sweetness of winter citrus all season long with Winter Sangria!

Prep Time
15 mins
Additional Time
10 hrs
Total Time
10 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 486 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Mint Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 bunch fresh mint
Sangria
  • 740 ml. sauvignon blanc
  • ½ cup Mint Simple Syrup add more or less, depending on the sweetness of the grapefruits
  • 2 D’Anjuo pears sliced
  • 2 Cara Cara oranges sliced
  • 1 pink grapefruit sliced
  • ½ cup pomegranate arils

Instructions

Make the Mint Simple Syrup
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  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, pour in a cup of water and a cup of sugar.
  2. Heat until the sugar completely dissolves into the water.
  3. Add the bunch of mint, and let it infuse with the simple syrup for 30-45 minutes.
  4. Strain the mint out of the simple syrup, and pour into a mason jar. Chill until it's time to use. This can be made up to two weeks in advance.
Make the Sangria
  1. Using a sharp knife, slice the oranges, pears and grapefruit.
  2. Transfer the fruit, as well as the pomegranate arils, to a large glass pitcher.
  3. Pour in the mint simple syrup and the sauvignon blanc.
  4. Using a wooden spoon, stir the liquid with the fruit, and refrigerate for at least 10 hours or overnight.
  5. Serve chilled with additional fruit slices!

Notes

  • This sangria needs to be made the day in advance so the flavors are at their fullest! While it still tastes good when made the day-of, the magic really happens in the refrigerator, where the fruit and wine’s flavors meld.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 486kcal (24%) Carbohydrates 101g (34%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 12mg (1%) Fiber 4g (16%) Sugar 85g (170%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4-6 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 486

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 486kcal 24%
Carbohydrates 101g 34%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 12mg 1%
Fiber 4g 16%
Sugar 85g 170%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.