Non-Alcoholic Sangria – I Heart Naptime

Introduction

Vibrant, refreshing, and suitable for all ages, Non-Alcoholic Sangria delivers the essence of the classic drink with a playful, fruit-filled twist. It’s ideal for backyard barbecues, baby showers, or any time you want a showy, festive drink that skips the spirits but brings all the flavor.

Step into summer gatherings with a colorful pitcher guaranteed to brighten any table and delight guests with each naturally sweet, tangy, and citrusy sip.

Fruit-Forward Non-Alcoholic Sangria: Why This Recipe Works

This standout recipe brims with fresh, bold fruit—orange, lemon, apple, and berries—soaked in a lively blend of juice and fizz. The resulting medley hits just the right note between sweet and tart, making it perfect for sipping all day long. No wine or liquor means it’s incredibly inclusive while still feeling fancy, and making it is easier than ever.

Prepping the Freshest Fruit

The key to an excellent alcohol-free sangria is not just the blend, but also the way the fruit is prepared. Cutting fruit into uniform pieces ensures every glass gets a burst of flavor and looks beautiful to boot. A sturdy, efficient chopper, like the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper, speeds up the prep and produces perfectly sized fruit chunks.

Slice up a mix of orange, lemon, and apple. Add berries (such as strawberries, blueberries, or raspberries) for a burst of color and complexity—these lend brightness you can both see and taste.

Mixing & Blending for the Best Flavor

While sangria is often simply stirred, using a high-powered blender like the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender to briefly puree a portion of the fruit with juice can deepen the flavor and intensify the color without losing texture. Pour this blend back into the pitcher with remaining whole fruit for a dynamic, satisfying punch.

For extra chill and longer-lasting coolness, serve your sangria in an insulated tumbler, such as the Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz.

Serving and Entertaining with Style

Pour your sangria into a big clear pitcher or a sturdy salad bowl for easy ladling. Store any extras or prepped fruit in versatile food containers like Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, keeping everything crisp and ready until it’s time to serve.

Elevate your party with a disposable tablecloth—like the Pureegg Plastic Table Cloth Disposable 10 Pack—for quick cleanup, especially with a crowd.

Nutritional Information and Serving Suggestions

This recipe makes about 6–8 servings, with roughly 90–120 calories per glass, depending on juice choice and fruit quantity. Most calories come from fruit and natural juices, so you can feel good about sipping seconds.

Freeze spare fruit or mix into ice cubes for visually stunning, flavor-packed additions to future drinks.

Fruity Non-Alcoholic Sangria (Recap)

Non-Alcoholic Sangria is a crowd-pleaser that balances sweet, citrus, and berry notes in every glass. Easy to make, customizable, and refreshingly hydrating, it’s a must for gatherings year-round—festive, family-friendly, and irresistibly delicious.

Instructions

1. Wash and slice all fruits, using a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper to save time and keep pieces uniform.
2. In a large pitcher, combine orange, lemon, apple, strawberries, and blueberries. If desired, briefly puree ½ cup of the mixed fruits with 1 cup of the grape juice in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, then return this puree to the pitcher for deeper flavor.
3. Pour in remaining grape juice, orange juice, and sparkling water or lemon–lime soda.
4. Stir gently to combine. Chill in refrigerator for at least 1 hour for flavors to meld.
5. Serve over ice, garnishing glasses with fresh mint and extra fruit. Use a Stanley Quencher ProTour Flip Straw Tumbler, 30 oz to keep your drink cold longer while on the move.
6. Store leftover sangria and extra fruit in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers for later enjoyment.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Chill Time: 1 hour

Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes