Tropical sangria is a delicious twist on a classic! Try this beautiful and refreshing recipe for your spring and summer parties. It’s easy to make for a group, and a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Sangria is a perfect recipe to whip up for a party! It’s easy to serve to a large group and it always feels special and festive.
This tropical sangria recipe is definitely one to pin or bookmark for all of your spring and summer soirees. It comes together quickly and looks beautiful at a celebration whether the vibe is casual or more dressy.
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When to Serve Tropical Sangria
Our tropical sangria drink is so pretty! And even better — it tastes refreshingly light and sparkly.
There are a few events or occasions where I think this drink would be absolutely perfect. Try serving at:
- outdoor summer parties
- wedding showers
- as a specialty drink at a summer or spring wedding
- an at-home brunch
- a girls’ night in
- any tropical-themed party
- … or just for fun!
How to Make Sparkling Sangria
We used 7UP to add some bubbles and a bit of sweetness to our sangria, and it was the perfect bubbly base combined with a simple pinot grigio.
Creating a sparkling sangria adds some texture and interest to the co*cktail, while making it feel extra light and refreshing.
Tropical Fruits to Try with Sangria
The tropical fruit adds a fun touch, especially the dragonfruit! I have to admit, it’s so pretty.
And aside from being lovely to look at, dragon fruit has a nice mild flavor that really soaks up the sangria.
Other tropical fruits to try are mango, passionfruit, guava, pineapple, or papaya.
When adding fruit to your tropical sangria, I recommend ensuring that the fruit is somewhat firm and not too soft so that it doesn’t fall apart in the drink.
Ingredients for Tropical Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 bottle Pinot Grigio
- 24 oz 7UP
- 2 oz Brandy
- 2 oz Grand Marnier
- Tropical fruits
Recipe
- Cut all of your fruit into cubes or slices and add to a pitcher or container.
- Pour wine over the fruit.
- Add 7UP, followed by brandy and Grand Marnier.
- Stir gently to mix all liquid.
- We recommend chilling overnight, but if you just can’t wait, you can add some ice to your glasses.
- Serve cold over some pieces of fruit and enjoy!
More Ideas To Try
Once your tropical sangria is all prepared, you can always take the theme to the next level!
Crack open a coconut to serve as a vase for some floral arrangements. It works like a charm!
Cut colorful flowers or tropical foliage to a short stem and insert them into the coconut half. You can place these around as table centerpieces, as place cards at a dinner, or on a drinks or dessert table at a party.
co*cktail ideas
And just to really get you into the spirit, I rounded up some of my other most popular, summery co*cktail ideas! You’re going to love these.
- Mojito Mocktail and Classic Mojito // A Favorite co*cktail Two Ways
- Rosemary Watermelon co*cktail Recipe
- Basil Gimlet co*cktail Recipe
- Salty Dog co*cktail Recipe
- Gin and Prosecco co*cktail
Cheers to summer and to you! Hoping that you enjoy a batch of tropical sangria with friends or family soon.
Please enjoy responsibly, over 21! xoxo
Tropical Sangria
Yield: 6
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Tropical sangria is a delicious twist on a classic! Try this beautiful and refreshing recipe for your spring and summer parties. It's easy to make for a group, and a guaranteed crowd pleaser!
Ingredients
- 1 bottle Pinot Grigio
- 24 oz 7-Up
- 2 oz brandy
- 2 oz Grand Marnier
- Tropical fruits
Instructions
- Cut all of your fruit into cubes or slices and add to a pitcher or container.
- Pour wine over the fruit.
- Add 7UP, followed by brandy and Grand Marnier.
- Stir gently to mix all liquid.
- We recommend chilling overnight, but if you just can't wait, you can add some ice to your glasses.
- Serve cold over some pieces of fruit and enjoy.
Notes
Once your tropical sangria is all prepared, you can always take the theme to the next level!
Crack open a coconut to serve as a vase for some floral arrangements. It works like a charm!
Cut colorful flowers or tropical foliage to a short stem and insert them into the coconut half. You can place these around as table centerpieces, as place cards at a dinner, or on a drinks or dessert table at a party.
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