Citrus Breeze White Sangria
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Citrus Breeze White Sangria, a delightful and refreshing twist on the classic Spanish drink. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, this sangria combines the essence of citrus with the sweetness of ripe peaches and berries, creating a harmonious and inviting flavor profile. The zesty rim adds a delightful touch of tang with every sip, making it an ideal centerpiece for your next brunch or summer celebration. Recipe courtesy of Chuck Hughes.
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Servings
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Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Lemon Zest
3 (Zest of lemons)
Orange Zest
3 (Zest of oranges)
White Port
2 cups / 500ml (N/A)
Raspberries
1 cup / 250ml (Fresh)
Orange Liqueur
1/2 cup / 125ml (Such as Triple Sec)
Peach
1-2 (Peeled, halved, and diced)
Frozen Corinthian Grapes
1 cup / 250ml (N/A)
Sparkling White Wine
1 bottle / 750ml (N/A)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 150°F (65°C).
2
On a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spread the lemon and orange zest evenly. Dry the zest in the oven for about 1 hour until brittle.
3
Once dried, transfer the zest to a spice grinder and pulse until finely ground. Set the zest powder aside.
4
In a large mason jar or pitcher, combine the white port, fresh raspberries, orange liqueur, and diced peaches. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
5
Before serving, take your tall glasses and dip the rims in water, then roll them in the lemon and orange zest powder to create the zesty rim.
6
Fill each glass one-third of the way with the sangria mixture, then add a handful of frozen grapes to each glass.
7
Top off each glass with sparkling white wine for a touch of effervescence, and serve immediately, garnished with extra fresh fruit if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Citrus Breeze White Sangria?
It is a refreshing and vibrant twist on the classic Spanish drink, combining citrus, peaches, and berries with white port and sparkling wine.
Who created this recipe?
This recipe is courtesy of Chuck Hughes.
What oven temperature is needed to dry the zest?
Preheat your oven to 150°F (65°C) to dry the lemon and orange zest.
How long does the zest take to dry?
The zest should be dried in the oven for about 1 hour until it becomes brittle.
How do you make the zest powder for the rim?
Once the zest is dried and brittle, transfer it to a spice grinder and pulse until it is finely ground.
Which fruits are mixed with the white port?
The white port is combined with fresh raspberries and diced peaches.
What type of liqueur is used in this sangria?
The recipe calls for orange liqueur, such as Triple Sec.
How long should the sangria mixture refrigerate?
The mixture should refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
How do you prepare the glasses for serving?
Dip the rims of tall glasses in water, then roll them in the prepared lemon and orange zest powder.
What kind of grapes are used?
The recipe uses 1 cup of frozen Corinthian grapes.
How much of the glass should be filled with the fruit mixture?
Fill each glass one-third of the way with the sangria mixture.
When do you add the sparkling white wine?
Top off each glass with sparkling white wine immediately before serving.
How many lemons are needed for the zest?
You will need the zest of 3 lemons.
How many oranges are needed for the zest?
You will need the zest of 3 oranges.
How should the peaches be prepared?
The peaches should be peeled, halved, and diced.
What is the total amount of white port required?
The recipe requires 2 cups or 500ml of white port.
Are the raspberries fresh or frozen?
The recipe specifies using 1 cup of fresh raspberries.
What is the purpose of the frozen grapes?
Frozen grapes help keep the drink chilled and serve as a beautiful garnish.
Is this drink suitable for summer events?
Yes, it is described as a refreshing drink perfect for warm weather gatherings and summer celebrations.
What makes the rim of the glass special?
The rim is coated in a homemade lemon and orange zest powder for a touch of tang in every sip.
How much orange liqueur is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup or 125ml of orange liqueur.
What kind of container should I use for mixing?
A large mason jar or a pitcher is recommended for combining the base ingredients.
How many peaches are included?
The recipe calls for 1 to 2 peaches.
Can I add extra garnishes?
Yes, you can garnish the finished drink with extra fresh fruit if desired.
What is the volume of the sparkling wine bottle?
The recipe uses 1 standard 750ml bottle of sparkling white wine.
What is the texture of the dried zest?
The zest should be brittle before you grind it into a powder.
What is the flavor profile of this sangria?
It features a citrus essence balanced with the sweetness of ripe peaches and berries.
Is this a sparkling beverage?
Yes, it becomes effervescent once topped with sparkling white wine.
Should the peaches be peeled?
Yes, the instructions state the peaches should be peeled before being diced.
Can I use a different type of port?
This recipe specifically uses white port to create the light, refreshing profile of a white sangria.