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Fresh summer fruit perfect for a southern garden sangria
Abby Smolarsky, Belle Antiquarian

Southern Garden Sangria

A vintage-inspired Southern garden sangria made with dry white wine, peach schnapps, bourbon, fresh peaches, blueberries, lemon, and mint. Light, fragrant, and perfect for summer entertaining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bottle dry white wine, such as dry Riesling
  • ½ cup peach schnapps
  • ¼ cup bourbon
  • 1 ripe peach, sliced
  • ½ cup fresh blueberries
  • ½ lemon, thinly sliced
  • 1 handful fresh mint
  • Sparking water or club soda, to top
  • Ice, for serving
  • Additional mint or edible blooms, for garnish, optional

Method
 

  1. In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, peach schnapps, and bourbon.
  2. Add the sliced peach, blueberries, lemon slices, and fresh mint. Stir gently.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for more developed flavor.
  4. Just before serving, top with sparkling water or club soda.
  5. Serve over ice in glasses. Garnish with additional mint or edible blooms, if desired.

Notes

For a lighter version, add more sparkling water just before serving. Use seasonal fruit such as strawberries, plums, or blackberries depending on what is fresh.
Alcohol note: This recipe contains alcohol and is intended for adults 21 and older.