How to Make Strawberry Rose Sangria
Last updated on Jan 15, 2024Michale LeRoyThis sparkling pink sangria recipe is a great way to update your drink menu with a fresh and fruity cocktail. It's easy to make and you can prepare it in advance to save precious time during a busy shift. Offer pitchers of strawberry rose sangria as part of your Valentine's Day promotions or even a Mother's Day brunch.
Easy Rose Sangria with Fresh Strawberries
Check out our video to learn how to make this simple strawberry rose sangria:
Strawberry Rose Sangria Recipe
Our sangria recipe is light and sweet with just a hint of rose flavor. We use strawberry rose syrup, but you can try experimenting with different syrup flavors to create your own sangria recipe! We recommend using dry rose wine because it balances out the sweetness of the other ingredients.
Approximate Yield: 6-8 servings
Ingredients
- 4 ounces Monin Strawberry Rose
- 4 ounces orange juice
- 1/2 cup strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 lemon, cut into slices
- 1 bottle dry rose wine (750 mL)
- 4 ounces brandy or Grand Marnier
- 16 ounces club soda or seltzer water
- Rose petals for garnish
Directions
- Combine strawberry rose syrup, orange juice, strawberries, and lemon slices in large pitcher.
- Refrigerate pitcher for about an hour to let flavors combine.
- Add rose wine and brandy, then refrigerate for at least one more hour.
- When ready to serve whole pitcher, add club soda and stir.
- For single servings, do not add club soda to pitcher. Instead, fill cocktail glass halfway with ice, add about 5 or 6 ounces of sangria, and top off with club soda.
- Garnish with rose petals.
Please note: Whether you're serving this sangria by the glass or by the pitcher, don't add the club soda until just before you are ready to serve. If you add the club soda too soon, the sangria will lose the bubbles and go flat.
This sangria recipe is perfect for customers who are looking for something sweet and fruity. It's light and refreshing with just a hint of floral flavor from the rose syrup. Plus, when you serve this vibrant pink sangria by the pitcher, it makes a beautiful presentation that will attract attention from other tables and help to increase your sales.
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