Easy and elegant Moscato is the perfect brunch beverage. Loaded with fruit, this Moscato Sangria Recipe is simple to make and a fun, fruity wine cocktail!
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Easy Moscato Sangria
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There's something about a wine glass - even a stemless one - that makes drinks more special, don't you think? There's something pretty perfect about fruity drinks which is why Moscato Sangria is my go-to rather than a mimosa.
Don't get me wrong, champagne has its place, but I prefer a sweet instead of dry wine. With fresh fruit, this cocktail is just the thing to make your brunch wine a little more special.
Moscato is my wine of choice over just about any other kind of wine because I enjoy the sweetness. It pairs well with fresh fruit which is why making sangria with Moscato is so very delicious!
Never tried Sangria? Here's what you need to know!
Sangria is a sweet cocktail made from red or white wine. It's customized with your favorite fruit and brandy or fruit juice. It's sweet and light and perfect for a summer party or brunch!
What kind of wine do you use in Sangria?
You can use red wine, white wine or a bubbly wine like Moscato. Bottom line - only use a wine you would drink!
What does Moscato taste like?
Moscato is a sweet, white, sparkling wine that is most oven made with muscat grapes. It's often considered a dessert wine because of the sweetness.
Pink Moscato (used in this recipe), is very similar to white Moscato. That's because it has just a little bit of red grapes along with the muscat grapes. Red Moscato uses even more of the red grapes. Any of these will work in Moscato Sangria, but the pink Moscato is my favorite!
How long should sangria sit before drinking?
Sangria is best chilled and should be refrigerated at least two hours before serving. Making the Moscato Sangria Recipe the night before is even better! It allows the fruit to soak up the cocktail juices and they are so tasty!!
How do you serve Moscato Sangria Recipe?
Serve this cocktail chilled in a wine glass (stemless glasses work great here too!) Have plenty of chopped fruit available and add about ¼ cup of diced fruit to the glass prior to adding the drink.
Moscato Sangria Shopping List
- Moscato (white, pink or red) - choose your favorite!
- Blueberries and Strawberries - a perfect choice for sangria.
- Oranges and Limes - the tang of lime and sweet oranges give this a tropical flare.
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How To Make Moscato Sangria
It really couldn't be more simple to make this sweet delicious drink!
- First, add the prepared fruit to the infuser pitcher.
- Next, pour the Moscato over the fruit.
- Then, refrigerate about 2 hours until chilled (overnight is even better).
- Finally, serve with fresh fruit garnishes.
Moscato Sangria Recipe Variations
Because we test all our recipes, we recommend that you make them once just as it is without substitutions or changes. Sometimes variations can go awry. Making our Moscato Sangria recipe as we have tested it will yield the best results. If you really want to get creative, here are some ideas for variations that might work well. (Please note, we have not tested these variations).
- Use apples and pears instead of lemons and oranges if you like.
- Add a tropical flair by using pineapple, mango and papaya.
- For a non-alcoholic version, skip the Moscato and use sparkling cider or ginger ale.
More Delicious Cocktails:
If you love this drink, then you'll definitely want to check out Berry Wine Spritzer or Strawberry Wine Punch is another tasty choice!
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Recipe
Moscato Sangria
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Ingredients
- 1 750ml bottle Moscato
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled
- 1 cup blueberries
- 1 large orange, sliced
- 1 lime, sliced
Instructions
- Add the prepared fruit to the pitcher.
- Pour the moscato on top.
- Refrigerate until chilled. (Overnight is best).
- Serve with fresh fruit garnishes.
Notes
- Use apples and pears instead of lemons and oranges if you like.
- Substitute ginger ale or sparkling cider for the moscato.
Geri Chase says
Love the Easter Brunch posts! Lots of new ideas! We usually make breakfast casserole with a side of fruit salad for Easter Brunch!
Ang Paris says
Thanks so much, Geri! I've got a really yummy breakfast casserole you might want to try this year 🙂
Valentina | The Baking Fairy says
This Moscato sangria sounds so easy and delicious! I love all the fresh fruit you added!
Hezzi-D says
This sounds refreshing and delicious!
Sara says
This sounds really interesting!! I love Moscato and sangria, but never thought of putting them together.
Lisa Kerhin says
YUM. That's all I can say since I'm drooling! Pinning!
Cassandra D says
I make green bean casserole and apple pie.
Hope Hill says
For Easter we normally have a brown sugar spiral glazed ham, scalloped potatoes, roasted carrots, brussel sprouts, baked beans and sausage cornbread stuffing casserole. For dessert we have Boston Cream cake and Apple pie.
Tina W says
We always do a ham, and since spring means fresh lemons on the tree, usually some type of lemon pie for dessert.
Krystle says
For Easter I have to make something LEMON, like my favorite lemon bars, the beautiful bright color and citrusy taste is perfect to feel like spring and summer are finally here!
Heather Kaufman says
This year, we are having pancakes at church
Jenicev says
We usually do brunch after services. Egg casserole, fruit and some breakfast meat.
Cheese Curd In Paradise says
I love all of that delicious fresh fruit! This looks like a great brunch drink- or a drink to enjoy on my deck in the evening.
Ang Paris says
Thank you so much! It's quite tasty if I do say so myself 🙂
Jani says
I think that this is SO yummy! Thank you for the recipe 🙂
Pinning!!!