5 Refreshing Wine and Orange Juice Recipes

  • Last Updated - 3/22/23
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Wine and orange juice is a surprisingly delicious combination! It has the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity that makes it an ideal drink for any occasion.

So, whether you’re looking for a simple summer refresher or something special to serve at your next dinner party, you can’t go wrong with these 5 easy and delicious wine and orange juice recipes.

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1) Classic Mimosa

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This classic brunch cocktail is easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Any sparkling wine will work, but if you want to give your mimosas a bit of elegance, opt for champagne! Plus we’ve already rounded up our 12 favorite champagnes that are perfect for mixing into this classic cocktail (classic mimosa recipe).

Ingredients:

  • Chilled Champagne or Sparkling Wine
  • Orange Juice

Instructions:

Equal parts Champagne (sparkling wine) and orange juice. 1:1 ratio is what I typically use, however the beauty of this recipe is the versatility. For those that want a more sweet cocktail, you can add a little more orange juice. And for those that want it with a bit more of a kick, increase the sparkling wine.

2) Mimosa Sangria

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This delightful and vibrant drink is not only simple to prepare, but brings a touch of color to any brunch. It brings together two of the most popular wine cocktails. And, it’s sweetened with fresh fruit juices for an all-natural sweetness that can be topped off with some fizzy bubbly.

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle of chilled Champagne or chilled Sparkling Wine
  • 1/2 cup Cointreau or any orange liqueur (or vodka works too =))
  • 3 cups of fresh fruit (strawberry, raspberry, pineapple, guava, blackberries, etc…)
  • 3 cups of Orange Juice

Instructions:

  1. Combine the fresh fruit in a large pitcher. Using a large wooden spoon or muddler, stir and muddle the fruit for 45 seconds to 1 minute.
  2. Add orange juice and Cointreau (or any orange liqueur) into the large pitcher and stir again for 30 seconds.
  3. Place in refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour.
  4. To serve, fill each glass 1/3 full of your juice and fruit blend. Then add champagne filling them up to their brim.

3) Fizzy Orange Spritzers

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This white wine spritzer is a light and refreshing cocktail that’s perfect for hot summer days. Even better a white wine spritzer is fast and easy to make!

Ingredients:

  • 1 bottle of dry white wine
  • 2 cups of fresh squeezed orange juice
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • 6 ounces cold club soda or seltzer water

Instructions:

Fill and stir in a large pitcher or bowl until everything is combined. Then pour the white wine spritzer into serving glasses filled with ice and enjoy!

4) Classic Sangria

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This classic wine cocktail is a great way to use up wine that’s been sitting in the bottle for too long. Plus, with it’s simple and easy-to-find ingredients, you can whip up this recipe in no time! I found this fantastic recipe at Minimalist Baker, and it has never disappointed!

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 medium apple (cored, skin on, chopped into small pieces)
  • 1/2 medium orange (rind on, sliced into small pieces, large seeds removed // plus more for garnish)
  • 3-4 Tbsp organic brown sugar (or 3 Tbsp (37.5 g) organic cane sugar as original recipe is written)
  • 3/4 cup orange juice (plus more to taste)
  • 1/3 cup brandy (plus more to taste)
  • 1 bottle dry Spanish red wine (or any dry red wine)
  • ~1 cup Ice to chill

Instructions:

  1. Use fresh fruits and add apples, oranges, and sugar to a large pitcher and muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon for 45 seconds.
  2. Add orange juice and brandy and muddle again to combine for 30 seconds.
  3. Add red wine and stir to incorporate, then taste and adjust flavor as needed. I added a bit more brandy, orange juice and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
  4. Add ice and stir once more to chill. Serve as is, or with a bit more ice. Garnish with orange segments (optional).

5) Peach Bellini

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This wine cocktail is not only delicious, but it has a beautiful peach pink hue that will make any wine/cocktail lovers swoon! The secret ingredient? Fresh peaches.

Ingredients:

  • 1 ripe peach peeled and diced (you can use frozen peaches)
  • 6 – 10 fresh strawberries
  • ½ cup orange juice (or water or grapefruit juice)
  • 1 bottle chilled Prosecco (or any sparkling wine)

Instructions:

  1. Add peach, strawberries and orange juice into a blender and puree until smooth.
  2. Cover and chill for an hour or more.
  3. Pour flute glass a quarter (1/4) full of the puree and then top off with chilled Prosecco and gently stir.

Summary

Although I may be frowned upon as a wine enthusiast or sommelier, the truth is that I enjoy sipping on fruity wine concoctions – and these incredible combinations of wine and orange juice drinks are no exception! These zesty drinks have become my go-to refreshment whenever I’m celebrating or simply wanting to relax.

So, whether you’re looking for an easy brunch cocktail or summer refresher these 5 simple yet delicious recipes are sure to please! Cheers!

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