This festive red white and blue sangria is the perfect summer cocktail for Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, or just a backyard cookout! It’s a white sangria that’s loaded with blueberries, raspberries, or other color-coded fruits to make a fun patriotic look and a delicious fruity sip!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A red, white, and blue sangria is both fun and festive! Visually, it’s a showstopper—layered with vibrant red berries, crisp white fruits like apples or pears, and juicy blue or purple fruits like blueberries and blackberries (which also makes it super customizable)!
It instantly adds patriotic flair to summer gatherings like the Fourth of July or Memorial Day, and it’s easy to make by the glass or the pitcher, for your own enjoyment or serving a crowd at your cookout.
Flavor-wise, it’s light, fruity, and refreshing— a perfect drink for warm weather—and easily customizable with white wine or even sparkling wine! You can add different flavors of vodka or brandy to amp of the punch and flavor, and finish with some sparkling water for a fun and fizzy finish!
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Ingredients Needed
- 2 ounces white white (I use Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 ounce mixed berry vodka
- 3 ounces orange-flavored sparkling water
- 6 fresh blueberries (or frozen)
- 6 fresh or frozen raspberries
- 6 slices green apple or watermelon (cut into stars if desired)
By the Pitcher
- 1 bottle white wine
- ½ cup mixed berry vodka
- 36 ounces orange-flavored sparkling water
- 6 ounces blueberries
- 6 ounces raspberries (and/or strawberries)
- 6 ounces green apple slices or watermelon cubes
Ingredient Tips and Substitutions
- Any dry white wine works well with this recipe. I use a Sauvignon Blanc, but Pinot Grigio is also good, or you can use your favorite. Feel free to use a sparkling white wine if preferred
- Instead of the vodka, you can use white rum, brandy, or a fruity liqueur like Cointreau or triple sec (orange), strawberry or blueberry schnapps, or similar
- The orange sparkling water adds flavor and fizziness while balancing the drink, but you can also use club soda instead. If you use a sparkling wine, you could add something like white cranberry or white grape juice instead here
- The fruits are all very adjustable! Blueberries can be swapped for blackberries, raspberries can be swapped for fresh strawberries, pitted cherries, or watermelon, and the green apples can be swapped for pear or even omitted (the wine is still your “white” component). I use a small star-shaped cookie cutter to cut them into patriotic apple stars, but this is optional
Step By Step Instructions
- To a wine glass (or similar), add the white wine and vodka, stirring to combine
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and the fruit
- Top with sparkling water and give a gentle stir. Enjoy!
Pitcher Directions
- Mix white wine, vodka, and fruit together in a pitcher. Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours
- Fill individual glasses with ice and extra fruit, then pour wine mixture in to fill halfway
- Top with sparkling water and serve
Pairing Suggestions
Appetizers
- Charcuterie Boards – Think prosciutto, salami, brie, gouda, and fresh berries!
- Caprese Skewers – Mozzarella, tomato, and basil with a balsamic drizzle
- Shrimp Cocktail – Light and zesty to complement the fruity sangria. Try my Air Fryer Shrimp Cocktail!
Main Dishes
- Grilled Chicken or Turkey Burgers – Mild proteins pair well with the sangria’s fruitiness
- Pulled Pork Sliders – Sweet, tangy barbecue flavors match the sangria’s sweet notes
- Grilled Veggie Skewers – A vegetarian option that adds smoky flavor without overpowering
Sides
- Pasta Salad with Vinaigrette – Bright and refreshing alongside sangria
- Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter – Adds summer sweetness and savoriness. Air Fryer Frozen Corn on the Cob is the perfect quick option!
- Fruit Salad – Amplifies the sangria’s natural fruit flavors (and you can use up and leftover berries, too)!
Desserts
- Berry Shortcake or Angel Food Cake – Light and not too sweet, perfect with the drink. Air Fryer Strawberry Shortcake is a great shortcut recipe!
- Lemon Bars or Mini Cheesecakes – Tartness balances out the sweetness of the sangria
- Patriotic Popsicles or Flag Cake – Keeps the theme going in a fun, festive way!
Recipe FAQs
What Kind Of Container Is Best For Serving Sangria?
A clear glass large pitcher or drink dispenser is ideal for serving sangria, or a wine glass (regular or stemless) for individual servings. It not only makes pouring easy but also shows off the colorful fruit and festive layers beautifully.
Can I Make This Recipe With Red Wine?
Yes, you can use red wine to make a red, white, and blue sangria! In this case, you’ll want to make sure to add a white fruit to preserve that coloring component.
Just keep in mind that it will darken the overall color, so you may lose the bright whites and layered visual effects, but the flavors will still be delicious.
Can I Make A Mocktail Version?
Absolutely! Replace the wine and spirits with a mix of white grape or white peach juice, lemon-lime soda, or sparkling water. Add fresh berries and some extra citrus for the same festive look and flavor!
Tips For the Best Red White and Blue Sangria
- You can adjust the strength of the drink by using more or less vodka as desired! For a sweeter sangria, add some simple syrup or white grape/peach juice to taste (as written it should not be overly sweet at all)
- The longer you soak the fruit in the sangria, the more flavorful it will be. You can serve this drink immediately, or prepare up to 24 hours in advance (without the carbonated element) and store in the fridge
Serving and Make Ahead Tips
- If you’re serving outdoors, keep the pitcher over ice or in a cooler to maintain temperature without diluting the drink
- Glassware. Sangria is usually served in a wine glass (I like stemless), but you can also use a Collins glass, lowball of choice, or even a juice glass!
- While garnishes are totally optional, a sprig of fresh mint or a skewer of fruit can be a nice added touch. Don’t forget a fun patriotic colored straw or cocktail pick!
Final Thoughts
This red white and blue sangria recipe is the perfect patriotic summer sip, with a combination of delicious flavors – white wine, berries, and orange. It’s light, fizzy, refreshing, and great on a hot summer day or at your backyard cookout.
The fun color combination makes this festive cocktail perfect for Independence Day, Memorial Day, Labor Day, or any summer BBQ! Guests will love the combination of fruity and citrus flavors, all on a refreshing and light wine base.
If you’re looking for something easy and delicious for your summer parties, give this Fourth of July sangria recipe a try! You can customize it to your liking, and it’s sure to be the highlight of your picnic table!
Patriotic Red White and Blue Sangria
Equipment
- Stemless wine glass (or similar)
Ingredients
- 2 ounces dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 ounce mixed berry flavored vodka
- 3 ounces orange-flavored sparkling water
- 6 blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 6 raspberries (fresh or frozen)
- 6 slices green apple or watermelon cubes (cut into star shapes if desired)
Instructions
- To a wine glass (or similar), add the white wine and vodka, stirring to combine2 ounces dry white wine, 1 ounce mixed berry flavored vodka
- Fill the glass with ice cubes and the fruit6 blueberries, 6 raspberries, 6 slices green apple or watermelon cubes
- Top with sparkling water and give a gentle stir. Enjoy!3 ounces orange-flavored sparkling water
Notes
- Any dry white wine works well with this recipe. I use a Sauvignon Blanc, but Pinot Grigio is also good, or you can use your favorite. Feel free to use a sparkling white wine if preferred
- Instead of the vodka, you can use white rum, brandy, or a fruity liqueur like Cointreau or triple sec (orange), strawberry or blueberry schnapps, or similar
- The orange sparkling water adds flavor and fizziness while balancing the drink, but you can also use club soda instead. If you use a sparkling wine, you could add something like white cranberry or white grape juice instead here
- The fruits are all very adjustable! Blueberries can be swapped for blackberries, raspberries can be swapped for fresh strawberries, pitted cherries, or watermelon, and the green apples can be swapped for pear or even omitted (the wine is still your “white” component)
- See my full article above for pitcher proportions and directions
- Exact nutritional values will vary based on brand and flavor of ingredients, any garnishes added, and quantity consumed, so please consider this a guideline only
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