How to Make the Best Sangria Recipe (Straight from Italy!) | Mix It Up Y’all
Description:
Welcome to Mix It Up Y’all! 🍷 Today we’re kicking off the summer drink series with my all-time favorite summer cocktail — Sangria! This recipe came from a bartender in Italy, shared with me by my good friend Sue, and I’ve been obsessed with it ever since. It’s bold, fruity, bubbly, and perfect for summer parties.
Ingredients:
3¼ cups red wine (Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, or Tempranillo)
⅓ cup orange liqueur (Grand Marnier, Triple Sec, or similar)
⅓ cup cognac or brandy
⅓ cup lemon vodka (Deep Eddy’s recommended)
⅓ cup sugar
Fresh fruit: blood oranges, apples, pears (+ optional blueberries, raspberries, lemons, limes)
Sprite (or club soda/tonic for less sweet)
Whether you’re bringing it to a party or sipping on the patio, this sangria is a crowd-pleaser every time. Cheers to summer! 🥂
Chapters:
0:00 – Introduction & Summer Drink Series
0:37 – Choosing Your Wine
0:58 – Ingredients Overview
1:32 – Making the Sangria Base
2:15 – Adding the Orange Liqueur & Cognac
3:00 – Adding Vodka & Sugar
3:47 – Assembling the Glass with Fruit & Ice
4:24 – Adding the Sprite & Final Pour
5:21 – Taste Test & Cheers