Sake Sangria? A Delicious Surprise

Craving Sangria? How about a different take on this refreshing pitcher-friendly drink that counts variety as its main ingredient. Traditionally made with Rioja as the base and nuanced with citrus, strawberries or any other fruit, there have been many variations, including rum, brandy or even vodka. So, why not try a Sake twist? Gekkeikan sakes and plum wines are light, not sweetened and all natural making them an ideal base for sangria. Sake Sangria also pairs well not only with Asian foods but any fare. Here are a few recipes to get you in the mood:

Peach and Plum Sake Sangria

28 oz Gekkikan Sake

14 oz Kobai Plum Wine

2 Fresh Peaches, sliced

2 Fresh Plums, sliced

2 oz Soda Water

Muddle the fruit, add the sake and plum wine and let infuse. Add ice and stir well. Top with soda water.

Summer Sake Sangria

24 oz Gekkeikan Sake

12 oz Gekkeikan Plum Wine

¾ cup fresh watermelon, cubed

1¼ cups fresh honeydew melon, cubed

Muddle ½ cup watermelon with 1 cup honeydew melon. Add the sake and plum wine and let infuse. Add the remainder of the melon, ice and stir well. Top with ginger ale.

Sake Berry Punch

32 oz Gekkeikan Sake

½ cup fresh blueberries

½ cup fresh raspberries

1 bunch fresh mint leaves

4oz simple syrup

1oz ginger ale

Lightly muddle the berries, mint and simple syrup. Add the sake and let infuse. Add ice, stir and top with ginger ale.

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Remember: Always serve and drink responsibly.