Description
This Piña Colada Sangria is a tropical, alcohol-free twist on the classic sangria, blending sweet pineapple juice, white grape juice (or sparkling water for a fizzy touch), chopped pineapple, and maraschino cherries. It’s perfect for summer parties, family gatherings, or any occasion where you want a refreshing and flavorful drink everyone can enjoy.
Ingredients
For the Sangria
- 12 ounces pineapple juice
- 1 bottle (about 25 ounces) white grape juice or sparkling water
For the Fruit Mix
- 12 ounces chopped pineapple (canned or fresh)
- 4 ounces maraschino cherries, including a bit of the cherry juice
Optional Garnishes
- Pineapple slices
- Extra maraschino cherries
Instructions
- Prepare the Fruit: Drain the canned pineapple chunks (if using canned) to collect the juice, setting the chopped pineapple aside. Measure out 4 ounces of maraschino cherries and include a small splash of their crimson juice for both color and flavor.
- Mix the Sangria Base: In a large pitcher or sangria dispenser, pour in the pineapple juice and white grape juice (or sparkling water if you prefer a bubbly twist). Stir gently to combine the liquids thoroughly.
- Add the Fruit: Add the prepared chopped pineapple and maraschino cherries (with some juice) into the pitcher. Stir gently, just enough to distribute the fruit evenly without breaking it apart.
- Chill: Refrigerate the sangria for at least 4 hours, but ideally overnight. This gives the flavors a chance to meld together while chilling the drink thoroughly.
- Serve: Stir the sangria gently before serving. Ladle into glasses, making sure to include some fruit in each serving. Optionally, garnish each with a pineapple slice or a cherry on a skewer for a festive finish.
- Enjoy: Savor your tropical, alcohol-free Piña Colada Sangria with friends and family—perfect for summer parties or relaxing evenings.
Notes
- Use sparkling water in place of grape juice for a lighter, fizzy sangria with less sugar.
- For best flavor, chill overnight to let the fruit infuse the drink.
- Make this ahead of time for easy entertaining—just add fresh garnishes before serving.
- The recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings.
- Feel free to use fresh pineapple for more natural sweetness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Tropical, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 12mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
