Pioneer woman 2-ingredient sangria is a quick fruity party drink made with rosé wine and a good quality juice blend, ready in just 2 minutes. That makes it an easy summer cocktail for picnics, potlucks or cocktail hour, since you pour two ingredients into a pitcher and serve over ice.
The choice of juice decides the flavor, since a 100% fruit blend with two or three flavors gives the sangria real depth without extra work. Orange-pineapple-apple or mango-peach both pair well with rosé, which is why the recipe recommends those.
Most sangria recipes call for wine, spirits, spices, multiple juices and heaps of fruit, which takes time and runs up the bill. This version uses one pour of juice and one bottle of rosé, so the drink is ready before guests arrive.
Pioneer Woman 2-Ingredient Sangria
Course: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings2
minutes150
kcalRosé wine stirred with a good juice blend and served over ice for an instant pitcher cocktail.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups good quality juice blend (such as orange-pineapple-apple or mango-peach)
1 bottle (750ml) rosé wine, sparkling or still
Fresh fruit for garnish (optional)
Directions
- Pour: Add the juice blend and the wine to a large pitcher.
- Stir: Stir in fresh sliced fruit if desired, or serve as-is over ice.
FAQs
Should I use sparkling or still rosé?
Use sparkling rosé if you plan to serve it right away, since the bubbles give it a livelier feel. Still rosé works better for making ahead, because the fruit has time to soak without the fizz going flat.
Can I use a different wine?
White wine or prosecco both work, though the color and flavor shift compared to rosé. Rosé sits between red and white, which gives the sangria its fruity pink tone without being too heavy.
How far ahead can I make this sangria?
You can mix it up to a day ahead and keep it in the fridge, which lets the fruit soak and deepen the flavor. Add ice just before serving, since it dilutes the sangria if it sits too long.
Do I have to add fresh fruit?
No, the juice blend already carries enough fruit flavor on its own. Adding sliced oranges, berries or peaches is nice for presentation, but it does not change the taste much, since the juice does that work.
