You read that right: Coffee Sangria!
It may sound crazy, but believe me, it works. This cocktail is a fun and refreshing take on the classic sangria. The strong coffee flavor makes it even more special.
It’s fruity, a little sweet, and great for brunch, summer parties, or any time you want something a little different. Are you ready to wow your taste buds?
Let’s get it done!
Ingredients
- One bottle of red wine, like a Merlot or Zinfandel that tastes fruity
- 1 cup of brewed coffee that has cooled down
- 1/4 cup of coffee liqueur, like Kahlúa (optional but suggested)
- 1/4 cup of orange juice
- 1/4 cup of simple syrup (or more or less to taste)
- One orange, cut into slices
- 1 lemon, cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup of fresh berries, such strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries
- Cubes of ice
- Fresh mint (optional for garnish)
Big pitcher
Spoon made of wood (for stirring)
Serve in tall glasses
Instructions
Step 1
Mix together 1 bottle of red wine, 1 cup of cold coffee, 1/4 cup of coffee liqueur, 1/4 cup of orange juice, and 1/4 cup of simple syrup in a big pitcher. Mix by stirring.
Step 2
Put in the fresh berries, orange and lemon slices, and the other fruit. Stir gently to mix.
Step 3
Put a lid on the pitcher and put it in the fridge for at least an hour (or up to four hours) to let the flavors mix.
Step 4
Put ice in tall glasses and pour the sangria over them, making sure that each glass has some fruit in it.
Step 5
For a splash of color and taste, you can add a sprig of fresh mint on top. Serve right away!
Tips and Variations
- Put the sangria in the fridge for at least an hour. This will help the flavors mix.
- To get the optimum balance of flavors, use a light, fruity red wine.
- Add more or less simple syrup to change the sweetness to your desire.
- No liqueur made from coffee? You can leave it out or add a little vanilla essence for a bit of sweetness.
- Want it to be stronger? Put some rum or brandy in the mix.
- Do you like white wine? Instead of red wine, consider a crisp white wine and cold brew instead of ordinary coffee.
- You can mix the sangria (without the ice) a few hours before you need it and preserve it in the fridge. When you’re ready to serve, just add ice and fresh mint.
- You may keep leftover sangria in the fridge for up to two days without ice. Before you serve it again, give it a thorough stir.
Final Thoughts
There you have it! A strong, fruity, and delightful Coffee Sangria that will impress everyone. It’s the best of both worlds: coffee’s rich flavor and sangria’s lively, fruity atmosphere. Give it a try and tell me how it went! Did you put your own spin on it? Please leave a comment below. I’d love to hear from you! 🍷☕🍊