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Watermelon Sangria

Watermelon Sangria: Your Must-Have Summer Chill Drink

Enjoy a refreshing Watermelon Sangria, a delightful summer drink combining the sweetness of watermelon with zesty lime and refreshing spirits.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sangria
  • 4 cups Watermelon Cubed and blended into juice
  • 1 bottle Dry Rosé Wine Any dry rosé or white wine can be used
  • 1 ounce St. Germain (Elderflower Liqueur) Can be replaced with another fruit liqueur or skipped
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Fresh lime zest enhances the flavor
  • 1 bottle Sparkling Wine Champagne, Prosecco, or Moscato works well
For Garnishes
  • 1 cup Fresh Mint Optional, for aroma and freshness
  • 1 slice Watermelon Wedge For garnish

Equipment

  • blender
  • pitcher
  • Fine mesh sieve

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting a ripe watermelon into chunks and blending them in a blender until smooth, about 30 seconds. Strain through a fine mesh sieve to yield approximately 2-3 cups of fresh watermelon juice.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, dry rosé wine, St. Germain, and lime zest. Stir gently to blend.
  3. Cover the pitcher and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  4. Just before serving, stir the mixture and pour in the sparkling wine, stirring gently.
  5. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Watermelon Sangria over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint and a watermelon wedge.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mg

Notes

Choose ripe watermelon for the best flavor and chill all ingredients before serving for an enhanced experience.

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