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    Sparkling Summertime Sangria Recipe

    May 19, 2015 by Jenn 36 Comments

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    Please note that this post is only for readers over the age of 21. Please do not drink and drive! Thanks to Excelsior Wines for giving me an excuse to throw a party!

    Memorial Day is next weekend! Have you started planning your Memorial Day Party yet? I had a little get together this past weekend to try out a few new sangria recipes to practice before the actual holiday rolls around.  

    You know what they say, "Practice makes perfect!" I wanted to make a red and a white sangria, so I gathered a few different varietals of Frontera Wines at the local grocery store and went home to start experimenting with recipes...I know it's a lot of wine.

    It was for research, guys. I had to make this Sparkling Summertime Sangria inspired by Frontera Cocktail Recipes!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    Why did I buy Frontera Wines? Because it is the #1 Southern American wine brand sold in the United States! Frontera Wines offers quality wines in many varieties at prices ranging from just $4.99 for 750ml to $10.99 for 1.5L sized bottles.

    They're very affordable and as I soon found out, they're not a complicated wine; Frontera Wines are very easy to drink, and they make the perfect foundation for wine cocktails! 

    Frontera Wines has created seven recipes that are great for year-round celebrations, but especially wonderful for the summer months and your upcoming parties - like Memorial Day!

    There are even Red, White and Blue themed cocktails to celebrate the upcoming holidays with a little patriotic flair.

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    If you haven’t heard of Frontera Wines yet, you’ve been missing out! Frontera Wines has been sold in the U.S. since the 90’s and become a household favorite, especially for family gatherings and friendly get-togethers. In other words, they’re perfect for your upcoming Memorial Day parties!

    The Frontera Cocktail Recipes are so easy to make and they’re just perfect for entertaining! I started with the Happy Place Sangria, and gave it my own personal twist.

    I have a hard time following directions - the original recipe was awesome but I know my friends and family, and they like sweet sangrias, so I just made a few small adjustments. 

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    Happy Place Sangria

    The original Happy Place Sangria recipe called for:

    • 1 bottle of Frontera Cabernet Merlot
    • 1 orange, 1 lemon, 1 lime, cut into wedges + 1 orange
    • ½ pineapple, cut into chunks
    • A large handful of fresh cherries cut in half
    • Ginger Ale

    I followed this recipe but added ½ cup of pineapple juice and instead of using fresh cherries, I used a jar of maraschino cherries, and I used ½ cup of orange juice instead of juicing the second orange. What can I say? I like cheating.

    Directions: Squeeze the juice of one orange into a large pitcher. Toss in all of your cut fruit, add your bottle of Frontera Cabernet Merlot and stir.

    Allow to chill in the refrigerator overnight – this is when the magic happens and the wine and juices blend to create a marvelous flavor!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    When you’re ready to serve your sangria, pour over ice and top with ginger ale.

    You should also taste-test it before your guests arrive to ensure that it's awesome. Don't worry, it will be!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    Everyone loved the Happy Place Sangria, it was just the right combination of wine and fruit! My friend Charlie doesn't usually like red wine and he loved this sangria.

    I actually sent him home with one of the bottles we didn't use because he liked the Cabernet Sauvignon Merlot so much!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    I also made a White Wine Sangria based off the Paloma Blanca recipe...like I said, I have a hard time following directions.

    The recipe called for Sauvignon Blanc and grapefruit (you can find the original recipe here), but I used different citrus and strawberries!

    It's already pretty hot here in Miami and I thought this would make for a great grown up version of Strawberry Lemonade.

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    I call this the Sparkling Summertime Sangria, and the Frontera Sauvignon Blanc was absolutely perfect for it!

    This is the one that my dad liked the most - yes. I let my dad come to my get-together. I don't think I've ever had a party without one or both of my parents attending, they're cool!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    This is one of those sangria recipes that is perfect for beginning wine drinkers. Even my mom liked it, and my mom isn't really a drinker.

    She loved how crisp and smooth the Frontera Wines Sauvignon Blanc was! I think that Frontera Wines are perfect for those who don't know a lot about wine because they aren't complicated - you won't need a wine tasting class to be able to enjoy them.

    Just unscrew the bottle, sip and enjoy...or turn them into a sangria for a little extra fun!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    Sparkling Summertime Sangria Recipe

    Ingredients

    • 1 750ml bottle of Frontera Wines Sauvignon Blanc
    • ½ cup pineapple juice
    • 1 cup chopped strawberries
    • 1 sliced lemon
    • 3 key limes cut into wedges
    • 3 tablespoons white sugar
    • 1 cup lemon-lime sparkling water or seltzer water

    Directions: Add Frontera Wines Sauvignon Blanc, all fruit and sugar in a carafe and refrigerate overnight. Upon serving, add seltzer water/sparkling water and ice, stir. Then drink it.

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    Yes, it's that easy - all of the Frontera Wines Cocktails Recipes are!

    For your upcoming parties, you don't have to go crazy to have a good time. Create a few signature cocktails using Frontera Cocktail Recipes, like this Happy Place Sangria recipe and my Sparkling Summertime Sangria recipe, and serve up a few finger foods and decorate with simple decorations.

    It took us all of five minutes to hang these red, white and blue themed decorations in the dining room and they really lent a festive atmosphere to our gathering.

    I bought them for about $10 at the party store and they're paper so I can just fold them back up and use them again for future parties!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    The key to a stress-free gathering is simple food. I serve the same thing at most parties: lil' smokies wrapped in puff pastry, brownies, veggie and fruit trays and an antipasto that everyone always loves!

    Since I was only having about 5 people over, I only served a small array of foods.

    I will usually add chips and dip, a cheese and meats platter and various other finger foods if there are larger gatherings.

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    I bought a little coconut cake for this event simply because I was craving coconut cake.  

    You don't even have to make all of your food from scratch for informal gatherings. Pick up some pre-made goodies and serve them in nice platters - presentation does matter, after all...

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

    People love party food. Don't over think it!

    Stick some decorative toothpicks in your foods and just kick back and relax and enjoy the good times and good company...and the Frontera Cocktail Recipes!

    Summertime Sparkling Sangria Recipe

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    1. Robin Rue (@massholemommy)

      May 20, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      That sounds awesome. Sangria is perfect for the summer time.

    2. Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle

      May 20, 2015 at 10:14 pm

      This is DEFINITELY going on my summer drinks list. It looks so delicious. Thanks!

    3. Christie

      May 21, 2015 at 10:44 am

      Sign me up for this drink, please! I love sangria and definitely think this will be a part of my summer!

    4. Kristi

      May 21, 2015 at 11:14 am

      Oh this looks yummy... I will pass this one on to my sister who loves Sangria.

    5. Melissa Pezza

      May 21, 2015 at 1:32 pm

      We've got our Memorial Day plans on lock down, but this sangria is going to be making its way into those plans!

    6. Jeanine

      May 21, 2015 at 2:38 pm

      This all looks amazing. I love the whole set up! I don't drink, but this would be a great drink for any get together!

    7. Ora Lee Gurr

      May 21, 2015 at 4:22 pm

      Wow, this takes me back to the good ole days when I lived in a real suburb and had neighbors, friends and family over all the time and got to make Sangria! I like the twists on your recipes and the friendly writing and pictures. I'll check out Frontera wines at the local store.

    8. Catherine S

      May 21, 2015 at 4:33 pm

      The Sangria looks yummy. It will be perfect for our girls party this Saturday.

    9. Megan @ C'mon Get Crafty

      May 21, 2015 at 4:39 pm

      Ha, is it sad to say that sangria is one of my favorite parts of summer?? So yum!

    10. Liz Mays

      May 21, 2015 at 4:39 pm

      Yuym, I haven't experience many red wines but I'd be happy to try that merlot. Mixed with ginger ale and fruit juices it sounds amazing. I'd be excited to try the sparkling summertime sangria too!

    11. Crystal

      May 21, 2015 at 5:02 pm

      It sounds like you and your guests had a wonderful time together. I used to obsess over every detail of a get-together, but simple foods & yummy drinks make for a much more enjoyable time.

    12. Rosey

      May 21, 2015 at 5:49 pm

      I think using the orange juice is smart, not cheating. 😉 I can see how this is a big summertime hit.

    13. Marcie W.

      May 21, 2015 at 7:31 pm

      I am a huge fan of sangria and both of the recipes you shared look outstanding. I know wine is a must have at all of our family gatherings!

    14. Debra

      May 21, 2015 at 8:19 pm

      We have a few BBQs to go to this Memorial Day weekend and the Sparkling Summertime Sangria with the Frontera Sauvignon Blanc sounds like it would be a great one to bring with us. I love putting fresh fruit in it too!

    15. Theresa

      May 21, 2015 at 9:31 pm

      Maybe next time I can get an invite? Seriously, the sangria looks tasty, as does all the food!

    16. Latoicha

      May 21, 2015 at 10:58 pm

      I am so going to try the white sangria recipe this Memorial Day. I love Sangria.

    17. Penelope

      May 22, 2015 at 9:27 am

      What a fun time! You look so cute and the appetizers look amazing too.

    18. Yolanda @ Seeing It Their Way

      May 22, 2015 at 9:48 am

      Oh my yummy! This will be my contribution to a Memorial Day gathering I am attending on Monday. I may have to test the recipes today! LOL

    19. Beth@FrugalFroggie

      May 22, 2015 at 10:01 am

      I am looking forward to enjoying some family time this weekend despite the fact that I am working all weekend.

    20. Chrystal @ YUM eating

      May 22, 2015 at 12:17 pm

      I need that Gizmo shirt ! 🙂 I enjoy Sangria, but prefer dry reds as they taste much better with dark chocolate. My husband loves Sangria though so I'll have to bookmark this for him.

    21. Debbie Denny

      May 22, 2015 at 12:36 pm

      Now that is research I could go for. Sounds good.

    22. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert

      May 22, 2015 at 12:58 pm

      I always make sangria for parties and friends always go nuts for it!

    23. Carly Brydon

      May 22, 2015 at 11:59 pm

      This sangria looks SO delicious! I can't wait to try it out this Summer!

    24. Amanda O.

      May 23, 2015 at 12:07 am

      I would love the Sparkling Summertime Sangria. It's one of my favorite ways to cool off in the summer.

    25. Tracey

      May 25, 2015 at 12:44 pm

      Sangria is my favourite summer drink! I will putting this recipe to use this summer!

    26. Shannon Gurnee

      May 25, 2015 at 2:07 pm

      Sounds like you had a fabulous party! I've tried Sangria a few times and really liked it. This looks and sounds delicious!

    27. Karen

      May 31, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      I love sangria, but I also love to freeze it to make a slushie, fruity smoothie with wine and fruit.

    28. Lela

      June 08, 2015 at 9:25 pm

      Yummy! I love Sangrias! These look fantastic! Can't wait to try them!

    29. Jody @EasyPeasyMom

      June 10, 2015 at 9:03 pm

      This looks like the perfect summer adult beverage! I love sangria so I will definitely be putting this on my fun list of drinks to make this summer. Pinning, thanks for sharing!

    30. The Gifted Gabber

      June 12, 2015 at 9:06 pm

      Looks amazing!! And the recipe seems so simple. Nothing wrong with a little cheating when it comes to recipe recreating. 🙂
      I made a sangria version of my blueberry lemonade cocktail on my blog this week, too. Come check it out! Stopped by via Show and Tell Friday --- Amy
      http://www.thegiftedgabber.com/2015/06/blueberry-lemonade-four-versions.html

    31. April

      June 18, 2015 at 10:57 am

      I'm not much of a wine drinker, but this looks absolutely delicious and refreshing. Great tips on the party food too. PINed it, and will be featuring it at the Friday Frenzy party tonight. Thanks so much for sharing with us, and I can't wait to see what you bring to the next party.

      April @ Angels Homestead

    32. Carolyn

      July 06, 2015 at 8:42 pm

      This sangria looks yummy and simple to make. Will be trying this soon!

    33. Cecilia

      July 07, 2015 at 6:23 pm

      Yum, yum, those sound good. Pinning for future use. I came over from the Creative Muster party.

    34. Sonja

      July 08, 2015 at 9:48 pm

      Well that looked like a great party! I love a cold sangria on a hot summer day.

    35. Steph

      July 09, 2015 at 10:07 am

      These both sound tasty, and I think they give me an excuse to buy some cute pitchers! Thanks for sharing!

    36. Pattie @ Olla-Podrida

      July 10, 2015 at 11:17 pm

      Well, if this doesn't look like a fun party, I don't know what does! I am a huge fan of Sangria, and could drink way too much of it it I ever made it. Thanks to your post and recipe, I think I will!

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