Here in So Cal the weather has been more then inviting the past few days. Gorgeous clear skies, beautiful mid 70's and a gentle breeze to help cool you off. After the gloomy rainy days we've been having this is the type of weather to help ring in the soon-to-be summer days! A wonderful citrusy sangria in hand doesn't hurt to help cool you down.
This past weekend my girls helped me find the most perfect blood oranges at the Farmers' Market. They were juicy, red stained and so sweet! I just love to break open a ripe blood orange to see the vibrant crimson color inside, don't you??
All my sangria recipes differ with optional fruits, bubbly and alcohol substitutes. Since I'm not a huge brandy fan, I opted out of using it in this recipe and subbed it for triple sec. Lime and blood orange compliment each other beautifully, so it was only natural to add the two together, right?! Right!
Memo: Enjoy this citrus wine on a beautiful sunny day, full of bbq'ing fun!
Most importantly, do not forget to invite yours truly!
Blood Orange Sangria
Yields 7 servings
Recipe Created by Epicurean Mom
Yields 7 servings
Recipe Created by Epicurean Mom
Ingredients:
2 blood oranges, juiced
1 lime, juiced
2 blood oranges, sliced thinly
1 lime, sliced thinly
1 tablespoon sugar
1 bottle of red wine, I used a cabernet
2 tablespoons triple sec
1 teaspoon mint, minced
3 cups blood orange sparkling juice
Blackberries and minced mint for garnish
Preparation:
Combine all the ingredients (except for the garnish and the sparkling juice) together in a large jug. Stir well and place in the fridge overnight.
When ready to serve pour the sparkling juice in the jug and pour into individual cups. Garnish with mint and blackberries.
Hi!! I'm Katie and welcome to my blog, Epicurean Mom! There are two things I love most in life; family and food ~ usually in that order. This blog is dedicated to both. My love of food started when I was young helping my mom in the kitchen. Now it's my turn to teach my daughters to experiment and enjoy the process of coming up with culinary creations of their own. 
Wow these are absolutely stunning! Love the blue background! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Kelly! :)
DeleteThis looks amazing and great pictures too. You must live somewhere warm--jealous!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Bree! Yes, So Cal! It's so nice to have regular 70 degree weather! :)
DeleteSo pretty, I love the pop of turquoise. This is exactly the drink I need to pair with the grilled fish tacos I've been craving! :)
ReplyDeleteOhhhh, perfect with fish tacos!!
DeleteThese look so beautiful and tempting, Katie! What a fabulous and refreshing springtime treat. You've got to love those natural crimson hues that blood oranges open up to reveal!
ReplyDeleteThanks Georgia! I just love the color!! Oddly, Ky (5) won't touch them. She loves oranges but blood orange, no way!
DeleteGorgeous photos, Katie! I love sangria, especially this time of year!
ReplyDeleteMe too! Thanks Cassie! :)
DeleteLove the colors in the photos! Can't wait to try this out once the baby is born. ;)
ReplyDeleteThanks Sara! Yes, this will grace our brunch table once baby "Katie" is born!
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ReplyDeleteWould love to sit out on the porch and drink one of these today! Gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Erin!!
DeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! Love the vivid hue that blood oranges lend.
ReplyDeleteDitto!! :)
DeleteBlood orange sangria is my type of drink! Beautiful photos too!
ReplyDeleteThank you!! :)
DeleteMmmm Katie your sangria looks soooo good! Perfect for sipping on those hot summer days. While it's no longer summer here, our weather is quite similar to So Cal and we are relatively warm all year round.
ReplyDeleteLucky us!! :) Thanks Jennifer!! xx
DeleteI didn't know about blood oranges until a few years ago. The color is so amazing, really makes our drink special.
ReplyDeleteI agree! Every time I cut into one, the color never ceases to amaze me!
DeleteI love sangrias and I love how you incorporated blood oranges into them; fabulous idea! This looks so refreshing.
ReplyDeleteSangria is one of my favorite go-to brunch drink!!
DeleteI have been loving Sangrias lately and I just went to Marmalade today and had a blood orange margarita. Now, I have to make this....YUM
ReplyDeleteMmmmmm!! I love blood orange margs!!
DeleteOh wow! I LOVE sangria -- i guess it's healthy with all those fruits, right? I'd love to believe it ;)
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You got it girly!! :)
DeleteWhat a nice combination! I don't think I've had blood oranges in sangria before but it makes for a beautiful drink.
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree! Definitely beautiful and oh so yummy!!
DeleteGorgeous! I want a whole pitcher of this to myself!
ReplyDeleteThanks Carrie! You wil love it! :)
DeleteGreat pictures. Where do you find sparkling blood orange juice? What brand. I power washed my deck so I need to make some to celebrate a job well done!
ReplyDeleteHi Pat!
DeleteThanks so much :) The sparkling blood orange juice label is 'Lorina.' I'm not sure where you can find that specific brand but in So Cal, we can find it in any health food stores. Although i'm sure you could find something similar in a regular grocery store. Well done on power washing your deck!! Want to do mine?? ;-)
Katie, this is sure to be a BIG hit at many parties this summer. Beautiful! Pinning now :)
ReplyDeleteYUM! I could drink a glass of this right, about.... NOW! I made some Mango Sangria last Friday night, might have to give your recipe a go tonight. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteWe have you featured today on Mouth Watering Mondays. Come on over to have a look. Cheers, Tara
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