A sweet, refreshing, and satisfying Strawberry Watermelon Sangria with the perfect hints of mint and tang of orange liqueur.
In December 2015, I shared a holiday sangria recipe that broke the internet.
Okay, totally kidding. But, it was the most popular post I’d shared (until this one). I had a giant spike in traffic, my Pinterest went insane, all because of this sangria. And seriously, I wasn’t even planning on sharing it…
I made that sangria for a Christmas party at my sister’s house, and decided to take some photos of it the night I made it because it was actually really yummy. So I thought, “maybe I’ll share this”. Just like I explained in this post, my best recipes are always unplanned.
And ever since I shared that sangria, I’ve been dying to share another one. Now that the sun is shining, we’re brushing the dust off of our swimsuits, and heating up the barbecue, I figured a refreshing, Summer sangria was the way to go.
It seems as though every time the seasons change, I am so ready for whichever season is upon us. Now that Summer is near, I am so ready for Summer. I’m thinking about beach days, cold watermelon, tan lines and jamming to Rebelution by the pool. Then, when it’s about to be Fall/Winter, all I want is Christmas cookies, leather boots, sweaters, warming soups and Christmas music. It’s like I can’t fathom the thought of Summertime.
So, needless to say, I am so ready for Summer. Especially since Spring has been taking it’s sweet time – chilly weather in Florida in MAY? Unheard of!
I feel so lucky to have grown up in Florida, where we get the most of Summertime. When I think of this season, I think of
- Grilling out with the fam
- Pool days
- Soaking up the sun at the beach
- Frizzy hair (my Floridians get me)
- ALL THE WATERMELON
Seriously, Summer in Florida is watermelon heaven. My family always buys watermelon on the weekly, chops it up, and puts it in a giant tupperware. And then I stand at the counter and eat it all. Sorry not sorry.
ORRRR, I put it into a sangria.
Seriously, this sangria was SO refreshing, with a hint of sweetness, and the addition of mint… forget about it. That was the icing on the cake.
- 1 bottle rosé (I used Mezzacorona)
- 10 strawberries, cut in fourths
- 2 cups chopped watermelon
- 1½ tbsp orange liqueur
- 2 tbsp simple syrup
- 1 handful of fresh mint
- Pour rosé, liqueur, and syrup into a pitcher. Stir with a large spoon.
- Add in fruit and mint. Stir to combine.
Join the conversation:
What’s your favorite part of the Summer season?
What fruit do you gravitate toward when the season changes?
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Ok this sounds SO refreshing, and I need the warm weather ASAP! It was warm for a week or two and now it’s back to being crappy and in the 50’s. NOT OK. PS love that pour shot.
Erin @ The Almond Eater recently posted…Apricot Chia Jam
Ugh I totally wish we could have a cocktail party!! Omg in the 50s?! I am so not used to that lol I’d die
All the watermelon – YES. I cannot wait!! I’m with Erin…Pittsburgh has been lousy with cloudy, rainy, cold weather – we need some of that Florida sun!
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You guys – come to Tampa!!!
Oh my don’t get me started on watermelon haha, I can literally eat a whole one in a day, it’s my favorite fruit of all time! I can only imagine the deliciousness in this sangria mixed with strawberries <3
rachel at athletic avocado recently posted…Cookie Dough Brownie Baked Oatmeal {GF + Vegan Option}
Me too, and then I have to go to the bathroom every five minutes for three hours lol!! SO worth it!
Anyone who knows me knows I can go off on a watermelon. Like it’s not normal….I LOVE SUMMER. Even Florida summer with the god-awful humidity.
Emily @ My Healthyish Life recently posted…10k + Mother’s Day Weekend
Me too – can we go to the beach please???? THANKS
This looks amazing! I need this in my hospital room in 2 weeks! HAHA
Alexandria @ Al2getherfit recently posted…Gender Prediction with Old Wives Tales
LOL!! I’ll send some over to be waiting for ya ;D
Oh yes please watermelon everything. This looks delicious! I am lazy and love buying that WTRMLN WTR stuff, putting in a little tequila and sipping it out in the sun!
Diana @ Live Lean Eat Green recently posted…The Ups And Downs Of Marathon Training + Weekly Workouts
I’ve never had it! Does it taste more like watermelon or is it more watered down? That’s actually a great idea LOL
This looks SO GOOD! When it starts warming up all I want is watermelon. It’s actually like the only thing that ever sounds good after a run too, or like, anytime:) haha.
Seriously!! It’s my favorite beach snack. So refreshing and hydrating at the same time
YUMMM!!! One of my favorite fruits to eat in the summertime is watermelon. It’s one of those fruits that doesn’t seem to fill you up so conveniently, you can eat lots of it.
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Exactly!!! And it’s hydrating at the same time, double whammy!! <3
Absolutely LOVE sangria, and this would be perfect for my family’s Memorial Day party!!
When the summer comes around I eat ALL of the watermelon haha and nectarines! SO GOOD.
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Very evocative
Summer isn’t so summery in the UK lately but I’m looking forward to maybe not needing a coat, longer evenings and Pakistani mangos – they are soooo gooooood – I can’t wait!
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Well helloooooo, summer!
I love watermelon (especially in the summertime) and this looks so so good! Definitely the kind of thing you make once for a party and then have to make every single time as people can’t get enough!
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Oh, this has me so excited for summer! Have you tried infusing mint into your simple syrup? Extra minty flavor in your cocktails! I like to make a big batch and use it for mojitos, iced tea…whatever!
I have not!! That’s genius – thanks for the tip! Especially since mojitos are one of my favorite drinks, definitely need to try that!
I WILL DEFINITELY TRY THIS!!