Refreshing Green Melon Sangria

A refreshing and vibrant twist on traditional sangria, this Green Melon Sangria is perfect for warm weather gatherings. The combination of Vinho Verde, green melon, cucumber, and herbs creates a light and fruity cocktail with a hint of sweetness. The addition of lime and sparkling water adds a zesty and effervescent finish to this delightful drink.

Refreshing Green Melon Sangria

A vibrant and refreshing sangria made with green melon, cucumber, mint, basil, and lime, perfect for warm weather gatherings.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp organic blonde cane sugar
  • 1 tbsp boiling water
  • 3 tbsp cubed green melon
  • 2 tbsp thinly sliced cucumber
  • 2 tbsp halved green table grapes
  • 1/4 lime, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 oz lime juice
  • 1 sprig mint
  • 1 sprig basil
  • 6 oz Vinho Verde (or dry white or sparkling wine such as Prosecco), chilled
  • 1/4 oz white rum
  • ice
  • 1 oz sparkling water

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, stir together the sugar and boiling water until the sugar dissolves.
  2. In a large pitcher or jar, combine the cucumber, melon, grapes, lime slices, lime juice, mint, and basil.
  3. Pour in the Vinho Verde, rum, and simple syrup. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes or up to several hours.
  5. To serve, fill a glass with ice and pour in the sangria along with some of the fruit.
  6. Top off with sparkling water and garnish with mint and basil leaves.
  7. Serve and enjoy!