This Berry Iced Tea Sangria is a white wine sangria that is light, refreshing, naturally sweetened with honey, and packed with fresh berries that make it just as beautiful as it is delicious. It’s part sangria, part iced tea, and completely perfect for warm-weather sipping. It’s a great summer sangria recipe.
Why This Sangria Is So Good
This isn’t your typical heavy, juice-filled sangria.
Instead, it’s:
• Light and refreshing from iced tea
• Slightly sweet from honey
• Bright and fruity from fresh berries
• Crisp from white wine
Ingredient Notes
- White Wine: Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio are my favorite choices because they’re crisp, dry and allow the berry flavors to shine.
- Iced Tea: Store-bought tea works perfectly well, but homemade brewed tea gives you more control over the flavor. Use unsweetened tea since the honey adds just the right amount of sweetness.
- Honey: Honey dissolves into the tea mixture and provides a softer sweetness than granulated sugar.
- Fresh Mint: Mint brightens the entire pitcher and adds a refreshing finish.
- Mixed Berries: Strawberries, blueberries and raspberries create the prettiest presentation, but blackberries can easily be added too.
Let’s Talk About those Berries!
This is where the flavor (and the color!) really comes from. You’ve got strawberries that are sweet and juicy, blueberries that are subtle and fresh and raspberries that are slightly tart. Together, they create a layered berry flavor that’s not overpowering.
Recipe Tips
- Use a crisp white wine: Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio work best.
- Stir the honey well: You want it fully dissolved.
- Don’t skip the chill time: This is where the flavor develops.
- Add extra fruit before serving: For a more vibrant look.
When to Serve This Easy Sangria Recipe
This is one of those drinks that is an easy summer cocktail recipe.
• Make it for backyard gatherings, BBQs, brunch with friends or poolside afternoons.
How to Serve It (Make It Look Extra Good)
For the best presentation, serve over plenty of ice, add extra fresh berries to each glass and garnish with mint. It’s simple, but it looks impressive. It’s a refreshing summer drink.
🍓 VARIATIONS
- Peach Berry Sangria: Add sliced peaches for extra sweetness.
- Sparkling Version: Top with club soda before serving.
- Citrus Berry Sangria: Add lemon or orange slices.
- Non-Alcoholic Version: Use white grape juice instead of wine.
🔍 FAQ
- Can I use frozen berries? Yes! They work well and they can even help chill the drink. Fresh berries will be best for presentation.
- What kind of iced tea should I use? Plain black iced tea is ideal but unsweetened works best. You can also try green tea for a lighter flavor.
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes—this is actually recommended. Make it a few hours ahead so flavors can blend.
- Can I make this less sweet? Absolutely. Reduce the honey and use a drier wine.
Berry Iced Tea Sangria
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup fresh raspberries
- One 750ml. bottle of white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio recommended)
- 4 cups iced tea (can use pre-made, store-bought)
- ½ cup honey
- 1 small handful fresh mint leaves
- ice
Instructions
- Into a pitcher, add 1 cup strawberries, 1 cup blueberries and 1 cup raspberries. Add 1 bottle of white wine, iced tea (can use store bought) and honey.
- Stir to dissolve the honey. Add the fresh mint leaves. Refrigerate for a few hours.
- Serve the sangria over ice, garnished with mint leaves and plenty of berries.
Notes
- Use a crisp, dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio for the best flavor.
- Unsweetened iced tea is recommended since the honey sweetens the sangria naturally.
- Chill for at least 3 hours before serving so the flavors have time to blend together.
- Reserve a few fresh berries and mint leaves for garnish just before serving.
- This sangria is best enjoyed within 24 hours of making it.
- For a slightly sparkling version, top each glass with a splash of club soda just before serving.
- Fresh berries are ideal, but frozen berries may be substituted if needed.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
