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    Home » Batch Cocktails » Cucumber Melon Sangria

    Published: May 28, 2019 · Modified: Feb 1, 2021 by Anna · This post may contain affiliate links, which means we make a small commission off items you purchase at no additional cost to you.

    Cucumber Melon Sangria

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    Beat the heat this summer and quench your thirst with this super refreshing Cucumber Melon Sangria.

    A pitcher of Cucumber Melon Sangria.

    The best summer cocktails are light, refreshing and easy to sip on all night long.

    This Cucumber Melon Sangria ticks all of those boxes plus it is made in advance which pretty much makes this the perfect summer party cocktail.

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    • What is sangria?
    • Ingredients
    • Best Wine
    • Batch Cocktails
    • More white sangria recipes
    • Recipe

    What is sangria?

    Sangria is a cocktail that originates in Spain. The most readily known version uses red wine along with a variety of fruits, orange juice and another form of liquor like brandy. 

    This Cucumber Melon Sangria is different in that it uses white wine instead of red and gin instead of brandy. You'll even find sangria recipes that use rosé wine, too, like our irresistible Peach Rosé Sangria.

    The beauty of sangria is that it is completely adaptable to your tastes, which makes creating a delicious, refreshing batch cocktail quick and easy.

    Not a brandy fan? Use rum. Is vodka your spirit of choice? Feel free to swap it for the gin in this recipe. See how easy it is to make it your own?

    Two low ball glasses of Cucumber Melon Sangria garnished with fresh cucumber slices and fresh mint leaves.

    Ingredients

    The ingredient list for this Cucumber Melon Sangria is tailor-made for a hot summer day. It has refreshment written all over it.

    Think crisp cucumber, juicy honeydew melon and fresh, fragrant mint leaves along with a bit of gin, white wine and a bit of bubbly club soda or sparkling water. It's spa water with a lovely kick.

    Tip: Not a honeydew melon fan? Try substituting cantaloupe instead!

    Best Wine

    What I love about sangria is you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy it. A $10-12 bottle of white wine will do the job nicely in this recipe. 

    Since this Cucumber Melon Sangria gets its sweetness from fruit and a bit of sugar, look for a white wine that is dry and crisp. Definitely reserve that oak-heavy Chardonnay for another occasion.

    I used a Sauvignon Blanc from California, but a Vinho Verde, a dry Riesling or even a Pinot Grigio would work well, too.

    Sangria recipes make beautiful presentations because of all the fruit floating in it. If you have a punch bowl, now is the time to break it out.

    No punch bowl? A pitcher gives an equally lovely look as does popping a few pieces of fruit in each lowball or stemless wine glass. (I think these tasty, slightly boozy bites are the best part of any sangria recipe.)

    Glass pitcher and three low ball glasses filled with  Sangria.

    Batch Cocktails

    Most sangrias, including this Cucumber Melon Sangria, have a lower alcohol content than most mixed drinks making them ideal (and more economical) for large groups.

    The beauty of sangria is that once you’ve made it, you are done bartending for the night. So go ahead and make a double (or triple) batch of this Cucumber Melon Sangria for your backyard BBQ. This thirst-quencher goes down quickly!

    Pin this Cucumber Melon Sangria recipe for later!

    Large glass pitcher filled with Cucumber Melon Sangria.

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    Recipe

    A pitcher of Cucumber Melon Sangria.

    Cucumber Melon Sangria

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    Crisp cucumber, juicy honeydew melon and fresh, fragrant mint leaves make this summer sangria recipe one of the most refreshing around.
    4.92 from 24 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Additional Time 4 hrs
    Total Time 4 hrs 15 mins
    Course Batch Cocktails
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 128 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 750 ml bottle dry white wine
    • ¾ cup gin
    • 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
    • ½ honeydew melon cubed
    • ½ seedless cucumber sliced
    • ½ cup packed fresh mint leaves
    • 1 cup sparkling water or club soda

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all ingredients except sparkling water in a large pitcher and still well. Refrigerate at least 4 hours (more if possible).
    • Just before serving, pour in sparkling water and gently stir to combine. Serve over ice in lowball or stemless wine glasses.

    Notes

    Recipe adapted from Good Housekeeping.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1glassCalories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gSodium: 22mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13g

    Nutrition info not guaranteed to be accurate.

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    Comments

    1. Colleen says

      October 16, 2018 at 1:56 pm

      Loved this sangria! Sangria is usually way, way too sweet for me, but this was so light and refreshing. I found a bag of frozen honeydew and cantaloupe balls, so that cut out 90% of the prep time. I would definitely make this again!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        October 17, 2018 at 6:59 am

        Love the frozen fruit shortcut!

        Reply
    2. HELENA says

      January 10, 2018 at 6:09 am

      I WOULD LOVE TO TRY THIS RECIPE BUT IN WEST AFRICA, ITS DIFFICULT TO GET
      HONEY DEW MELONS. CAN I USE WATER MELONS INSTEAD.
      EVEN THOUGH THE COLOURS ARE NOT THE SAME

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 10, 2018 at 7:52 am

        I'd definitely give it a try, Helena. Stop back and let us know how it turns out!

        Reply
    3. JEN says

      June 19, 2017 at 3:39 pm

      Looks great! Can this be made a few days prior to drinking like a typical sangria or will the ingredients not sit well?

      Reply
      • Anna says

        June 19, 2017 at 3:45 pm

        Hi Jen, I wouldn't make it more than a day in advance as the alcohol will start to break down the melon and cucumber. That is more of a personal preference though, as I enjoy eating those "drunken" pieces straight from the glass. Enjoy!

        Reply
    4. Mary Helen says

      June 05, 2017 at 1:45 pm

      I did use the gin, made it exactly as shown, for a dinner party of 12. Everybody loved it, including me! Thanks for the great idea.

      Reply
      • Anna says

        June 05, 2017 at 3:12 pm

        Yay! So glad everyone enjoyed it!

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