Peach Sangria

For the ultimate summer cocktail, you need this homemade peach sangria. Made with crisp pinot grigio, sweet peach liqueur and plenty of fresh fruit, this refreshing peach sangria is the perfect thirst quencher for those warm nights on the patio. It takes just a few minutes to whip together, and it's perfect for entertaining a crowd.

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• Ingredients
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• Perfect Pairing
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Why You Need to Make This Recipe

I might have a crush on sangria, but can you blame me? Sangria packs a punch, but the ripe fruit offers just the right balance for one smooth cocktail.

• Made for peach lovers. Every sip of this sangria is bursting with sweet peach flavor. If you love peaches, stop what you're doing and make a batch now!
• Ultra versatile for every occasion. Need a brunch cocktail? Sangria has you covered. Sipping the night away? Sangria has a pair of evening shoes for the occasion.
• Perfect patio sipper. During the summer months, we need a cooling cocktail for those patio nights. You'll feel refreshed with this peachy sangria by your side all summer long.
• Makes for easy entertaining. This summer peach sangria is beyond convenient for when you're entertaining a crowd and need a batch-style cocktail option. Prepare it the night before and you have your signature cocktail ready to go.

Bonus: If you love sangria for all sorts of celebrations, make sure you also save my cranberry-apple cider holiday sangria for the fall and winter!

Ingredients

Let's chat wine. I usually make this sangria with pinot grigio, which typically takes on notes of citrus, honeysuckle, pear and stone fruit -- all delicious with peaches. I bet a pinto gris or sauvignon blanc would also work nicely, and riesling is always tasty with peaches. That said, if you reach for a riesling, get a dry variety. A sweet riesling would be too cloying.

You'll notice the peach nectar, which is typically found in the fruit juice aisle of most grocery stores. Not only does this give us that wonderful peachy flavor but it also acts as our sweetener. While some sangria recipes include simple syrup, I don't think it's necessary with the peach nectar.

For another peachy boost, we use peach liqueur. I've also made this with peach brandy, which makes for an equally delicious summer sangria, so know that option is available if you'd rather make that substitution.

And then there's our soaking fruit. Peaches are a must for obvious reasons, but feel free to use other fruits if you'd like. Pineapple and mango, for instance, would add a nice tropical vibe.

Step-by-Step Instructions

If you've ever made sangria, you already know how simple it is, and this homemade peach sangria recipe is no exception.

Step 1: We simply grab a pitcher and combine the pinot grigio with peach nectar, peach liqueur and triple sec (photos 1-4).

Step 2: Now we add our soaking fruit (photo 5). Not only will the fruit help sweeten the sangria but it will also impart more flavor, which is why I like to include a few different options.

Step 3: All that's left is to give it a stir (photo 6) and then refrigerate. And just like that, we have a pitcher of homemade peach sangria waiting for us to sip.

Now pour yourself a glass, enjoy and relax on the patio. You deserve it.

Recipe FAQs

Expert Tips

• Don't use an expensive bottle of wine, but get something you'd drink even if you weren't dressing it up as sangria. If you need recommendations, check out this list of affordable wines, which includes plenty of pinot grigio options.
• Want to use a sparkling wine? I recommend still allowing the liqueur, peach nectar and soaking fruit to sit in the refrigerator and then pour in the sparkling wine, such as Champagne, prosecco or rosè, in the pitcher right before serving.
• Peaches are wonderful with cinnamon. If you'd like a spiced peach sangria, add a couple cinnamon sticks to the mixture. Always feel free to make any recipe your own with these kind of fun additions.
• Love this peach sangria? Feel free to use this as a base for other fruity white wine sangrias! Fruit nectars come in so many flavors. For instance, pineapple, mango, pear, guava and apricot all make delicious options.

Perfect Pairing

Peaches and mozzarella belong together. The combination gives a peaches-and-cream vibe, which is never a bad thing. Peaches also work well with prosciutto and fresh basil, so I happen to have the ultimate pizza to pair with this sangria. Give my grilled peach, prosciutto and pesto pizza a try!

For a lovely dessert pairing, I especially love my bourbon-peach clafoutis or honey-lavender ice cream. Peach sangria was made for these two sweet treats.

If you’re looking for the perfect summer drink, this peach sangria is it. I have no doubt this will be your new go-to summer sangria recipe.

Cheers!

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Recipe originally published in July 2018 and republished in July 2021.