A refreshing non-alcoholic sangria made with fresh juices, juicy fruit pieces and sparkling water — a perfect cool-down for hot summer days.
Sangria season is here, and this virgin version captures all the bright, fruity flavours of the classic without the alcohol. It’s light, hydrating and simple to prepare, so you can enjoy it throughout a warm afternoon without worrying about a heavy head the next day.
This mock sangria blends red grape, cranberry and orange juices with a generous mix of chopped fruit. The juices infuse their flavours into the fruit pieces, creating a glassful of juicy bites you can spoon out and enjoy after drinking the liquid — it’s one of my favourite parts.
Because this drink is alcohol-free, it’s more hydrating than the original and works wonderfully as a daytime refresher, a family-friendly party drink, or a light offering to serve alongside a summer meal.
This mocktail is:
- Dairy-free & vegan
- Gluten-free & paleo-friendly
- Fruit-sweetened
- Fat-free
- Fast and easy to make
- Refreshing and healthy
How to make a non-alcoholic sangria
Choose your fruit juices
For a balanced flavour, use a combination of red grape juice, cranberry juice and orange juice. Grape juice gives body and a wine-like depth, cranberry adds a pleasant tartness, and orange juice brings brightness. Apple juice can also work well if you prefer a milder, sweeter base.
Pick your chopped fruits
Chopped fruit is the heart of this drink. I like a mix of apples, orange slices, strawberries and lemon slices for colour, texture and variety. Use whatever is ripe and in season — peaches, cherries, pears or berries all make excellent additions. Aim for a mix of firm and juicy fruits so they hold up in the liquid.
Optional cinnamon infusion
A cinnamon stick added to the juice as it infuses will introduce a warm, aromatic note reminiscent of traditional sangria. Let the cinnamon steep for at least a couple of hours, or for best results, overnight in the fridge. Remove the stick before serving if you prefer a cleaner presentation.
Add sparkle with soda water
Just before serving, stir in chilled soda water or sparkling water for a light fizz. This lifts the flavours and gives the drink a crisp finish. If you want a slightly sweeter edge, use a lightly sweetened sparkling beverage sparingly, or keep it plain for a refreshing, low-calorie version.
📖 Recipe
Virgin Sangria
4
5 minutes
5 minutes
A bright, alcohol-free take on classic sangria. Packed with fresh fruit and mixed juices, this mocktail is easy to scale up for crowds and keeps well in the fridge for a short time.
Ingredients
- Mixed chopped fruit — apples, oranges, lemons and strawberries suggested
- 120 ml / ½ cup red grape juice
- 120 ml / ½ cup cranberry juice
- 120 ml / ½ cup orange juice
- 360 ml / 1½ cups carbonated water / soda water
- (optional) 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Add a generous handful of chopped fruit to a large jug — fill to roughly one third of the jug.
- Pour in the grape, cranberry and orange juices so the fruit is mostly submerged.
- Optional: add a cinnamon stick and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight, to let the flavours infuse.
- Just before serving, gently stir in the chilled soda or sparkling water to add a light fizz.
- Serve immediately over ice if desired. The sangria will keep in the fridge for up to 12 hours; stir again before serving.
Nutrition Information
Yield 4
Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125
Total Fat 1g
Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Unsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 17mg
Carbohydrates 32g
Fiber 4g
Sugar 23g
Protein 2g
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