Pomegranate Holiday Sangria (Sparkling & Festive)

When the holidays roll in, our Dominican tables fill up quick: pernil in the oven, arroz on the stove, and plenty of laughter around the sala. And on my counter? A big, jewel-toned pitcher of pomegranate sangria—lightly sweet, citrusy, and sparkling with celebration.

It’s the kind of pitcher drink you can build ahead, let the flavors mingle (esa sobremesa magic), then finish with bubbles right before serving. Pair it with classic party bites and sips from the blog: creamy-dreamy Morir Soñando, cozy Coquito, or a tangy round of Grapefruit Lime Margaritas to kick off the noche.

What Is Sangria?

Sangria is a refreshing wine-based drink mixed with fresh fruit like oranges, apples, peaches, or pineapple. Known for its fruity flavor and vibrant color, it’s a popular choice for brunches, holidays, and casual gatherings.

Enjoyed year-round—whether on a hot summer day or during cooler months—sangria is perfect for anyone who loves a lightly sweet, fruit-forward cocktail. Just sip slowly… the wine can sneak up on you!

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine the semi-sweet white wine, pomegranate juice, orange liqueur, and the juice of one orange. Stir to blend, then add the pomegranate seeds, the thin orange rounds, and mint leaves. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is great) so the fruit can infuse the wine. 

Just before serving, pour in the chilled sparkling moscato and give it a gentle stir. Fill glasses with ice, pour in the sangria with some fruit, and garnish with extra mint for a fresh, festive touch.

Serving Suggestions

Bring this sparkling sangria to Nochebuena, New Year’s, or any juntadera where you want a crowd-pleasing pitcher. Offer it alongside salty-crispy bites like Arepitas de Yuca (Cassava Fritters) or Quipes (Kipes), and set out a citrus wedge and extra mint so guests can customize their glass.

For a full holiday spread, it pairs beautifully with rich mains and creamy sides—then close the night with a small glass of Coquito for dessert vibes.

Storage Tips

Keep the sangria base (everything except the sparkling moscato and ice) refrigerated for up to 2 days. Add the sparkling wine right before serving so it stays bright and bubbly. 

Store any leftover fruit-infused base tightly covered in the fridge; top with fresh bubbles when you’re ready for round two.

Recipe Tips

• Don’t add ice to the pitcher—serve over ice in individual glasses to avoid dilution.
• Chill all components (wine, juice, fruit) before mixing for the coldest, freshest flavor.
• The minimum rest time is 4 hours, but overnight gives you deeper, rounder fruit notes.
• Prefer it less sweet? Use a drier sparkling wine and taste before adding any optional sweetener.
• Hosting a mixed crowd? Keep a small pitcher of fruit + pomegranate juice + orange juice as a mocktail base, then top individual glasses with sparkling water.

Sangría Navideña de Granada

Author: Vanessa

Una sangría de granada festiva y burbujeante hecha con vino blanco semidulce, moscato espumoso, licor de naranja y menta fresca—ideal para celebraciones y días festivos.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 0 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Course Cocktail

Cuisine Latin

Servings 10 glasses

Calories 156 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 1 botella de vino moscato espumoso 750 ml, bien frío
• ▢ 1 botella de vino blanco semidulce 750 ml, frío
• ▢ 1 ½ tazas de jugo de granada 360 ml
• ▢ ¾ taza de licor de naranja como Grand Marnier (180 ml)
• ▢ ½ taza de semillas de granada aprox. 80 g
• ▢ 2 naranjas 1 en rodajas finas, 1 exprimida
• ▢ 10 –12 hojas de menta fresca más para decorar
• ▢ Hielo para servir

Instructions

 

• En una jarra grande, mezcla el vino blanco, el jugo de granada, el licor de naranja y el jugo de una naranja. Revuelve bien y agrega las semillas de granada, las rodajas de naranja y la menta. Tapa y refrigera por al menos 4 horas (o toda la noche).
• Al momento de servir, incorpora suavemente el moscato espumoso.
• Sirve en vasos con hielo, añade fruta y decora con más menta.

Notes

• Mantén el hielo fuera de la jarra para no diluir el sabor.
• Agrega el vino espumoso justo antes de servir para conservar las burbujas.
• Dejar reposar la sangría permite que los sabores se desarrollen; 4 horas es lo ideal.

Nutrition

Calories: 156kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.04gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 211mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.4mg

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