This Tropical Margarita Sangria recipe is a fun twist on traditional sangria. Combining the delightful flavor of a tropical cocktail and a margarita, this is such a delicious and easy cocktail recipe!
There’s nothing quite like a refreshing glass of amazing sangria to transport you to a tropical paradise, even if you’re just relaxing at home. Tropical sangria is the perfect blend of fruity flavors and a touch of wine, making it an ideal drink for summer parties, backyard barbecues, or simply to unwind after a long day. This easy-to-make recipe combines the sweetness of tropical fruits with the crispness of white wine, creating a vibrant and delicious beverage that’s sure to impress your guests.
Tropical Sangria Ingredients
This recipe combines two of our favorites: margaritas and sangria! We took the makings of a margarita: tequila, triple sec, and lime juice, then added in some pineapple juice, white wine, and fresh fruit to make an amazing tropical sangria. For the full recipe including the measurements of each ingredient, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Sparkling wine: A bottle of sparkling white wine is the base of this sangria recipe. There are some brands on the market that are sparkling white blends but aren’t Champagne. Otherwise, you could just use a sweet white blend. The sweeter the wine, the sweeter your sangria will be.
- Tequila: Anytime you are getting tequila for a cocktail, choose a bottle that is labeled 100% agave. Agave is what tequila is made from, so this ensures that you are getting the best quality without added fillers.
- Triple sec: An orange-flavored liqueur that is a key ingredient in margaritas.
- Pineapple juice: Adds a sweet and tropical flavor to the sangria.
- Simple syrup: Adding just enough sweetness to the sangria, it is so easy to make your own simple syrup at home! See more on adjusting the sweetness of sangria below.
- Sliced fresh fruit: Adds a pop of color and even more tropical flavors to the sangria. We used a combination of kiwi, oranges, pineapple, and strawberries. While you could use frozen fruit if fresh fruit isn’t in season, it won’t look as vibrant as the fruit in the photos.
How to Make Simple Syrup
How to Make Tropical Margarita Sangria
Here is how easily this white wine sangria recipe comes together. For the full recipe including all measurements and ingredients, see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Combine everything in a pitcher. Use chilled ingredients and pour them into the pitcher you plan to serve the sangria in. Stir to combine.
- Add fresh fruit. Enjoy!
Pro tip!
Use chilled ingredients so that the sangria is cold without having to be diluted with ice.
Adjusting the Sweetness of Sangria
If you are looking for a slightly sweeter drink, you could add more simple syrup or use a sweet white wine like sparkling Moscato. I recommend starting with 1/4 cup simple syrup, tasting the sangria, and adding more a little at a time until it is sweet enough for you.
How to Serve
While some sangria recipes are better after sitting in the refrigerator overnight, this one is best to enjoy fresh which makes it a great recipe to throw together as guests arrive or for a last-minute party! Serve your sangria in glass tumblers (stemless or regular wine glasses work great) with a sugared rim. Garnish with a slice of pineapple, a cherry, and any other fruit you want to add to each glass, and enjoy right away.
FAQ
I don’t recommend making this more than one day in advance. The longer it sits, the less pretty the strawberries and kiwi will be. If you make it more than a few hours in advance, wait to add the fresh fruit until just before serving. If you make it in advance, keep it in the refrigerator so it stays cold.
Absolutely! If you don’t like kiwi or strawberries, leave them out and replace them with something else that you think would be delicious.
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If you make this tropical sangria recipe or any of our other cocktail recipes, leave a comment and let us know!
Tropical Margarita Sangria
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1 cup tequila good quality
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice about two limes
- 750 mililiters sparkling white wine chilled
- 12 ounces pineapple juice
- 2 kiwi sliced thin
- 2 oranges sliced thin
- 1 cup sliced pineapple
- 1 cup sliced strawberries
Instructions
- In a large pitcher combine triple sec, tequila, simple syrup, lime juice, pineapple juice, and sparkling white wine.
- Stir in the chopped fruit and serve in sugar-rimmed glasses!
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Tropical Margarita Sangria
Ashley @ Wishes & Dishes says
This is gorgeous! Thanks for linking up to me! Cheers! (as soon as I have this baby, that is) 🙂
This is the perfect post baby drink ?
averie @ averie cooks says
This is my ideal lay on the beach drink! I need this in my life!
Sooooo good Averie!
Tanya says
This is exactly what I need in January!! Looks amazing!
Yes! So perfect for the January winter blues!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Can I have one for breakfast?
I think it’s mandatory!
Cheryl says
Does one need to use simple syrup?
You don’t have to, but I think it is better with it!
SArah says
Can this be made without Alcohol?
Probably, would taste different but you could replace the sparkling white wine with sparkling grape juice(or whatever flavor of sparkling juice you like ex. apple, white grape, etc). Then just leave out the triple sec and tequila. I would probably also leave out the lime juice. Good luck!