White Wine California Citrus Sangria

Bright, refreshing, and packed with vibrant fruit flavors, this White Wine California Citrus Sangria is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for sunny days and festive gatherings. Made with a base of crisp dry white wine, freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, and a medley of colorful citrus slices and green apple wedges, this sangria is a celebration of California’s vibrant fruit harvest. A touch of orange liqueur and a hint of sweetness from granulated sugar elevate the flavor profile, while a splash of club soda adds a sparkling finish. Perfectly chilled after a few hours of infusing in the fridge, this sangria is an easy yet elegant drink to serve at brunches, barbecues, or any casual get-together. Garnish with fresh mint for an extra pop of freshness, and enjoy this irresistible citrus blend! Ideal search terms: California sangria, white wine sangria recipe, citrus sangria with sparkling water.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 750 ml Dry white wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
• 120 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 30 ml Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 whole Orange
• 1 whole Lemon
• 1 whole Lime
• 1 whole Green apple
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 60 ml Orange liqueur (e.g., Triple Sec or Cointreau)
• 240 ml Club soda or sparkling water
• 1 to taste Ice cubes
• 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

1. Wash the orange, lemon, lime, and green apple thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

2. Thinly slice the orange, lemon, and lime into rounds. Remove any seeds. Place the slices into a large pitcher.

Step 3

3. Core the green apple and cut it into thin wedges. Add the apple slices to the pitcher.

Step 4

4. In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with the fresh orange juice and lemon juice. Stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.

Step 5

5. Pour the orange juice mixture, white wine, and orange liqueur into the pitcher with the fruit. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.

Step 6

6. Cover the pitcher with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 24 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

7. Just before serving, add the club soda or sparkling water to the sangria and stir gently to mix.

Step 8

8. Fill individual glasses with ice cubes. Pour the sangria into the glasses, ensuring each serving contains some of the fruit slices.

Step 9

9. Garnish with fresh mint leaves, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1699.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1168.6

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 122.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 98.4g
Protein 4.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 166.8mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1369.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1.8%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 95.1%