Sparkling Sangria with Grapefruit

Name: Sparkling Sangria with Grapefruit (Sangría Espumosa con Pomelo)
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: One 750 ml bottle white wine, such as Albarino; One 750 ml bottle white wine, such as Albarino; 1 cup fresh grapefruit juice; 1 grapefruit, halved and cut into ½-inch slices, reserving some for garnish; 1 orange, halved and cut into ½-inch slices, reserving some for garnish; 8 ounces strawberries, hulled and halved, reserving some for garnish; 8 ounces pineapples, diced; One 750 ml bottle Cava or sparkling wine; One 750 ml bottle Cava or sparkling wine

Sangría Espumosa con Pomelo

Preparation info

Yield:
4 to 6
servings

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Tapas Espana

By Catherine Alioto

Published 2026

About

Cava, the sparkling wine of Spain, is made using the same method as champagne. With its citrusy and floral flavors paired with sweet strawberries and freshly squeezed citrus, this sangria is an elegant and refreshing option for summer entertaining.

Ingredients

One 750 ml bottle white wine, such as Albarino
1 cup

Europe
Spain
Drinks
Gluten-free
Vegan
Summer

Method

In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, grapefruit juice, grapefruit and orange slices, strawberries, and pineapple. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.

To serve, place several cubes of ice into individual wine glasses and fill halfway with the sangria and fruit. Top with the Cava or sparkling wine. Garnish with the reserved fruit and enjoy.