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This easy frozen sangria recipe is sure to be a favorite: it’s wine-forward and just sweet enough, with a hint of citrus.
In college I studied abroad in Madrid and my experiences there have stuck with me to this day: eating my first paella, inhaling patatas bravas in tapas bars, and sipping creamy cafe con leche.
Of course, another great memory is glasses of fruity red sangria! Here’s a spin on the classic that’s a fun spin on the traditional drink: this frozen sangria recipe. It’s icy and refreshing, citrusy and red-wine forward: really, an ideal summer drink for any occasion!
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“OMG! The sangria is amazing. Love that the added sugar is honey and not actual sugar. So pleased. I love sangria, and order it anywhere I go. I have never have a frozen one – this will be a hit.” -Micah
Wait, frozen sangria?
Sangría is a traditional wine punch that originates from Spain. A classic sangria is made with red wine and chopped fruit, and often orange juice or brandy. There are lots of sangria variations as well (we’ve made peach sangria, white sangria, strawberry sangria, and apple cider sangria).
Frozen sangria is a variation on sangria that’s frozen, like a slushie. Of course, it’s not an authentic Spanish drink: it’s more of an American invention honoring the Spanish alcoholic punch. But the method makes for a festive frozen alcoholic drink that tastes like sangria and great for parties!
Like our frozen margarita and frozen mojito, we’ve added this one to our summer party repertoire and it’s here to stay.
How to make this frozen sangria recipe
Frozen sangria is not authentic, so the method is quite different from sangria itself! It’s less like making sangria and more like making a wine smoothie.
Because Alex and I are obsessed with clever ways to make recipes easy to make, Alex devised a solution for making this sangria taste tangy without watering down the flavor with ice. This recipe calls for frozen clementine oranges instead of ice. This brings in a tart, citrus flavor and smooth texture without having to water down the frozen sangria with ice. Here’s what to do:
- Peel and section the clementine oranges, then freeze them overnight.
- The day of serving, blend together frozen mixed berries with the oranges, red wine, and honey. Serve!
More Spanish recipes
While frozen sangria is not traditionally Spanish, we have several recipes that are inspired by my time in Spain! Try these recipes:
Dietary notes
This frozen sangria recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and naturally sweet (no refined sugar). For vegan, use maple syrup.
Frequently asked questions
Traditionally, Spanish red wines like Garnacha or Tempranillo are used, but you can experiment! Fruity reds like Pinot Noir or Beaujolais work well too.
Don’t freeze overnight! We recommend making a batch right before you plan to serve it.
Fresh fruit slices, berries, mint sprigs, and even edible flowers make beautiful and tasty garnishes.
Easy Frozen Sangria
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 6 drinks 1x
Description
This easy frozen sangria recipe is sure to be a favorite: it’s wine-forward and just sweet enough, with a hint of citrus. Party on!
Ingredients
- 12 ounces (3 large or 4 to 6 small) clementine oranges, frozen (see below*)
- 10 ounces frozen mixed berries
- 2 cups dry red wine (we used Rioja Tempranillo)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1 orange, cut into slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- The night before serving: Peel and section the clementine oranges and pop them in the freezer.
- The day of serving: Blend together the frozen clementine oranges with the berries, red wine, and honey, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
- Serve in glasses garnished with orange slices. Best served immediately. (If you do have leftovers you can freeze for a few hours, but the texture becomes thicker. We don’t recommend freezing overnight: so plan on making a batch right when you plan to serve it!)
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: Spanish Inspired
This is such a fun idea!! :) Can’t wait to try.