Blackberry Sangria, an easy blackberry sangria recipe with blackberry vodka, red wine, lime, and fresh fruit. A refreshing cocktail and drink!
Let’s start the day with a Blackberry Sangria recipe, k? Everyone seems to be moving ahead to fall and fall recipes, but it’s still summer and I wanted sangria. Nothing wrong with that, right??? So I looked around the house to see what I could come up. Next thing I knew I was making this simple Blackberry Sangria with vodka and other stuff I had around. It doesn’t take long to put together but you should let the sangria sit in the fridge for at least a few hours or better yet overnight so that the flavor is a bit stronger.
First thing to do for the sangria is make the blackberry simple syrup. Put your blackberries, water, and sugar in a pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 10-15 minutes. You can add a little more or less blackberries depending on what you have in the house. You can also add more/less sugar or water. I didn’t want my sangria overly sweet so I didn’t add as much sugar as most people probably would. There are a million ways to make sangria so just experiment!
I poured the blackberries through a strainer a few times to catch all the chunks of fruit left.
Pour the blackberry simple syrup into a pitcher or container and add your wine. I used Sutter Home’s Sweet Red Wine.
Next up was a little Pinnacle Blackberry Vodka. Mmmmmmm….
I added some orange slices, lime slices, and blackberries then mixed it all together and refrigerated overnight. A little Mint Simple Syrup would also probably be a delicious addition.
Garnish with more fruit as desired and serve over ice.
Fall is right around the corner so enjoy now! Actually, this would be a great fall cocktail too!
Now go relax with one of these. :)
Hope you enjoy!
Blackberry Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blackberries
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (or more to taste)
- 1 bottle sweet red wine (such as Sutter Home Sweet Red)
- 1/2 cup Blackberry Vodka (such as Pinnacle)
- orange slices, lime slices, and/or fresh blackberries
Instructions
- Place 1 cup blackberries, water, and sugar in small saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, simmer about 10-15 minutes or until blackberries are very soft.
- Strain liquid several times and discard fruit. Pour into pitcher. Add wine and vodka. Add orange slices, lime slices, and blackberries as desired. Cover and refrigerate at least a few hours but overnight is desired.
- Serve over ice and garnish with additional fruit as desired.
Notes
(Nutrition data is provided when available for informational purposes only and calculated using an online nutritional calculator. For the most accurate information please calculate based on specific ingredients and brands you use as well as any changes you made to the recipe. I am not a certified nutritionist or registered dietician and any nutritional information provided should only be used as a general guideline and estimate.)
Pinnacle Vodka did provide me with some samples of products to try earlier this year but the recipe and all opinions are my own.
About Lisa Huff
Lisa Huff is a Cookbook Author, Freelance Recipe Developer, Food Photographer, Blogger/Writer, and award-winning home chef. She loves creating unique recipes from healthy to decadent including cocktails, appetizers, main dishes, dessert recipes and more and has appeared on various shows, publications, and websites.
I can’t get blackberry vodka where I live. Any suggestions?
HI! You could just use regular vodka or another fruit flavor.
Hello! Will a dry red wine work as well? And plain vodka? I am just thinking of what I have in the house now haha.
THanks in advance!
We were finally getting some warmer weather and then it got cold again. I’m going to have to make this and wish for sunny days. Luckily the weekend is right around the corner :D
Absolutely love love love this sangria! We add about 1/3 club soda when serving. So refreshing! Unfortunately, cannot find Blackberry Vodka locally so have been using Grays Peak Mountain Berry and Flip Flop Sweet Red for the wine. Has become a favorite year round!
Thanks so much Cindy! Happy to hear you are enjoying the sangria!
Love sangria! I don’t care what season it is, I’m gonna make this and dream of summer when it’s snowing outside. :)
Thanks Jordan!
This is perfect for Friday Happy Hour!
Thanks Christine!
Do you think this would work the same way with blueberries?
I’m sure it would work, but don’t think it would taste as good. I think the blackberries just go better with wine, but just my personal taste and opinion.
Made this yesterday, having it today. It’s amazing!!! Need to make a white peach sangria. Any suggestions on what to use?
HI Lori! Glad to hear you enjoyed! I actually have a recipe for Peach Sangria Slushies on my site if that’s something you might be interested in.
Can’t wait to try this. Your photos are beautiful!
Thanks Lori! Sometimes I get a little lucky with the pics! :)
I just made this and put in my fridge. Can’t wait to try it later. Looks so good. :)
Thanks, hope you enjoyed!
Blackberry Vodka Sangria sounds yummy can’t wait to try it
Thanks Meredith!
DAng it ~ now I want 0ne so much I will have to run out for blackberries! Thanks fo rhte great recipe!
Thanks Merry!
This looks like an amazing summer wine cocktail! We can’t wait to try it. Cheers!
Thanks! Always fun coming up with new drinks and recipes with your wine!
What a sexy looking drink! Bookmarking!
Thanks! Hope you enjoy!
I’m with you. I’ll give up summer kicking and screaming. This looks so refreshing and delicious.
Nice to know I’m not the only one kicking and screaming! :)