Virgin Tropical Sangria

This virgin sangria with tropical flavors of pineapple juice, coconut water, and coconut soda is summer in a glass. Fresh sliced mangos, kiwi, and lime provide gorgeous color to this refreshing drink.

If we were to judge people by the kind of beverage they drink, I would be one of the most boring people because my drink is plain old water. Lol!! Whether it’s the middle of the day, lunchtime, dinner, eating at home, or dining out, water is what quenches my thirst. That is not to say I don’t like other beverages; I do…just with less frequency. Perhaps that explains why this blog has a disproportionate drink-to-food ratio. The last time I served you all a drink was last August when I made this beauty. It’s about time I offer you something new to quench your thirst!

This virgin sangria is not only delicious and refreshing, it is also crowd-friendly and good for all ages. On warm summer days, it hits the spot and goes down nice and easy. You may even want to make a double batch, as there will be requests for refills. With this particular sangria, you will be able to please everybody. Because there is always someone who can’t have alcohol for whatever reason, virgin sangria solves that problem. For those who would like a little somethin’ somethin’ of the spirited kind, add a splash or two of liquor into their glass. Everyone is happy…easy peasy! And if you’re looking for something refreshing with a grown-up twist, check out my remake of a classic here.

The fact that it is a drink and a snack in one makes sangria so much fun! The juice-soaked fruits are scrumptious! And this virgin version (say that 10 times) can be as healthy as you want it to be. I used a base of pineapple juice, coconut water, and coconut soda. The coconut soda adds fizz and sweetness and intensifies the coconut flavor. I added a small amount of sugar for a little extra sweetness. Use a natural sweetener or sugar substitute to make this drink even lighter. My two favorite sugar alternatives for this are agave nectar and Stevia White Powder. If you want to omit soda entirely, replace it with more coconut water or tropical-flavored carbonated water. Be sure to use extra sugar if you do.

The really fun part is the fruit. Slice and/or chunk up a variety of your favorite tropical fruits—mango, kiwi, lime, papaya, pineapple, star fruit, etc.—and add them to the liquid. Refrigerate for 3 hours, longer if you wish, to allow all of the flavor to meld. Serve and enjoy!  

Recommended supplies:

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• A potato masher for smashing the blackberries.
• Electric Mixer—this Cuisinart model has 9 speeds and comes with a storage case.

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