Strawberry Basil Sangria

Strawberry Basil Sangria
By Ann
A fun and delicious strawberry sangria recipe! Great for a sweet dinner drink, party libation or anytime cocktail, this Strawberry Basil Sangria is a perfect weekend beverage for adults.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 15 Minutes

Ingredients:

● 9 cups Fresh Strawberries, divided and hulled
● 1 cup Sugar
● 2⁄3 cup Water
● 1 cup Basil, divided and torn
● 750 ml White Wine (try a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc)
● 2 cups Club Soda

Directions:

● Cut 1 cup of hulled strawberries into slices, set aside.
● Chop 1/2 cup of torn basil coarsely, set aside.
● Cut 8 cups of strawberries in half.
● In a large saucepan, combine the 8 cups of halved strawberries, sugar and water; stir well.
● Over a medium heat, bring strawberry mixture to a boil; stir occasionally.
● After it reaches a boil, remove from heat, add 1⁄2 cup of torn basil leaves. Cover and allow to cool.
● Once cool, press mixture through a sieve. Discard solids (or use as a strawberry puree in another recipe).
● In a large pitcher, combine the strained strawberry syrup, white wine and the sliced strawberries you had set aside.
● Before serving, stir in the coarsely chopped basil and club soda.
● Serve cold.

Makes 12 servings Strawberry Basil Sangria

Strawberry Basil Sangria

A fun and delicious strawberry sangria recipe! Great for a sweet dinner drink, party libation or anytime cocktail, this Strawberry Basil Sangria is a perfect weekend beverage for adults.

OMG, how good is this one?!? A very pretty sangria, it is a bit sweet, a lot delicious. Try it for your next pool party, backyard barbeque, or while sitting out on the deck!

If you like fun summer strawberry cocktails, you might also enjoy these:

● Spiked Strawberry Iced Tea Recipe – Refreshing homemade strawberry iced tea from scratch is kicked up a notch with the great taste of rum! Enjoy this delightful adult libation in your backyard, by the pool, or anytime the heat is on.

● Sunburned Strawberry Margarita Recipe – Add a little zest to a delicious, homemade strawberry margarita tonight! This sweet and spicy Sunburned Strawberry Margarita pairs wonderfully with Mexican food, party snacks, or just sipping on the deck.

● Strawberry Apple Smoothie Recipe – not a cocktail, but a wonderful breakfast or afternoon smoothie recipe. Yum!

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As always, drink responsibly and please don’t drink and drive.

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