Easy Summer white Sangria (No Sugar Added!)

Recipe to make summer sangria, a drink made with rosé wine, slices of seasonal fruit, and mint leaves.
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Two stemless glasses of summer sangria with a light-colored beverage sit on a wooden board. Each glass holds slices of peach, apple, cucumber, and mint. Extra fruit and mint decorate the board, with a jar partly visible in the background.

About this recipe

Let’s be honest—sangria sounds fancy, but it’s actually one of the easiest summer drinks you can make. This version is lighter and healthier because I skip the sugar and use sweet, ripe fruit instead. The secret? A mandoline slicer. It makes slicing the fruit super quick and pretty too.

Whether planning a picnic, brunch, or just hanging out in the backyard, this white easy summer sangria is your go-to.

Why you’ll love this rosé sangria

  • Ready in 10 minutes
  • No refined sugar
  • A perfect pitcher drink for summer gatherings
  • Super refreshing thanks to the mint and sparkling water
  • And—it’s a great way to use leftover fruit from the fridge!
🔥IMPORTANT NOTE

Not all wine is vegan, check the labels and look for one that is.

Ingredient notes

A wooden cutting board with thinly sliced green apples and peaches, a small bunch of mint leaves, and two empty stemless wine glasses on a light surface. In the background, a glass of pale pink summer sangria is partially visible.
  • Rosé wine: Choose a fruit-forward rosé that’s not too dry. Whatever you have at home works!
  • Sparkling water: Use plain or flavored (like lemon, orange, or berry). It adds bubbles without added sugar.
  • Fresh fruit: I used nectarines and green apples. Slice them thinly with a mandoline for even, beautiful slices.
  • Mint
  • Optional sweetener
Two stemless glasses with sliced peaches, cucumbers, and apples sit on a wooden board. One glass is being filled with summer sangria from a carafe. Mint leaves garnish the drinks, surrounded by more sliced fruit and a blurry bottle in the background.

How to make summer sangria (with tips and variations)

  • Chill everything – Use very cold wine and sparkling water.
  • Slice the fruit – A mandoline makes it fast and gives your drink a pretty look. Thin slices also release more flavor.
  • Mix
  • Top with sparkling water
  • Taste – If needed, add a little sweetener or extra fruit juice.

Variations

  • Use frozen fruit like grapes, strawberries, or mango to keep your sangria cold without ice.
  • Try it with white wine or Prosecco for a bubbly twist.
  • Add a splash of brandy or peach liqueur for a boozy upgrade.

Home cook to home cook tips

  • Mandoline = game-changer: Especially for fruits like nectarines, pears, or apples. Just be careful—those blades are sharp!
  • No ice, no problem: Use frozen fruit instead of ice to keep it chilled and flavorful.
  • Make it personal: This recipe works in a pitcher or individual glasses. It doesn’t require a special occasion.
  • Serve it with some patatas bravas or a good pan tomate.
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A stemless glass sits on a wooden board, filled with a light orange summer sangria. Garnished with thin slices of apple and peach, and topped with fresh mint leaves. Another drink and a clear glass container blur in the background.

Easy Summer Sangria (No Sugar Added)

Alejandra Graf
Recipe to make summer sangria, a drink made with rosé wine, slices of seasonal fruit, and mint leaves.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
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Total Time 10 minutes
Course Drink
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 4 people
Calories 196 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bottle rosé wine chilled (choose a fruity, not-too-dry rosé)
  • 1 green apple thinly sliced with a mandoline
  • 1 ripe nectarine or peach thinly sliced with a mandoline
  • A handful of mint leaves
  • 1 –1½ cups sparkling water plain or flavored
  • Optional sweetener: 1–2 tbsp agave syrup sugar, or peach juice (only if needed)

Instructions
 

  • Chill your ingredients: Make sure the wine and sparkling water are very cold before starting.
  • Prep the fruit: Thinly slice the apple and nectarine using a mandoline for quick and even slices.
  • Combine: In a large pitcher, add the fruit slices and mint leaves. Pour in the cold rosé.
  • Add bubbles: Just before serving, add the sparkling water for that refreshing fizz.
  • Taste and adjust: If it needs more sweetness, stir in your chosen sweetener to taste.
  • Serve cold: Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately—no ice needed!

Notes

Home Cook Tips

    • 🧊 Frozen fruit works too! Use frozen grapes, berries, or mango to keep your sangria cold without watering it down.
    • 🍑 Choose sweet, ripe fruit for the best natural flavor—no sugar needed.
    • 🥂 Make it your own: Add a splash of peach juice or a spoonful of agave if you want it a touch sweeter.
    • 🍷 Use what you have: Any rosé wine works here—don’t overthink it!

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 253mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 147IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg
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