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    Home » Recipes » Christmas

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer

    Published: Mar 9, 2015 Modified: Mar 18, 2019 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This light and fresh Blood Orange Wine Spritzer is the perfect cocktail for spring and summer.  It's loaded with fresh blood orange juice and made lighter with club soda.

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer with crushed ice

    Are you seeing signs of Spring where you live?

    I am seeing it here and it brings me joy. My kids even seem happier.  Physical activity outside and some good vitamin D can do wonders for a body.

    Here in DC I am hearing the snow melting.  It's so loud sometimes pouring off my roof and around my house that it sounds like I live beside a river.  Yesterday there was a woodpecker in my backyard and we can hear birds singing.  I found tulips at Whole Foods = joy!

    I decided to celebrate the dawn of Spring with a summery Blood Orange Wine Spritzer.  I have been dying to make this but haven't seen blood oranges until now.

    Blood oranges are in season from December to May so get them before they are gone. They are full of antioxidants, vitamin C and fiber.  They make a great sweet snack at only 80 calories and 3 grams of fiber.  Add to greek yogurt, kale smoothies, oatmeal or green salads.

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer close up with sliced orange

    This sparkling wine spritzer is like a sangria for one.  It could easily be made in a pitcher for girl's wine night.  Use any oranges that are in season like Cara Caras or Tangelos. Add fresh mint, limes or lemon.  Rim the glass with turbinado sugar for an extra fancy touch.

    What Type of Wine Do I Use for a Spritzer?

    I always use a Sauvignon Blanc or a Pinot Grigio wine.  I prefer these because of their fruity flavor and I am not a fan of Chardonnay.  You can play around with ones you like but I love Santa Margarita Pinot Grigio.

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer with mint leaves

    Enjoy this light and refreshing treat while listening to the sweet sounds of Spring.

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer

    Blood Orange Wine Spritzer

    Fresh and delicious spritzer made from fresh blood orange juice.
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: cocktail, winter, blood orange
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 154kcal
    Author: Karen Kelly

    Ingredients

    • Ice
    • ½ cup blood orange juice
    • ½ cup White wine I used Sauvignon Blanc
    • ¼ cup Club soda

    Instructions

    • Fill a glass half full with ice.
    • Add the juice of half a blood orange. I like the pulpy parts so I don't strain it.
    • Add white wine to half full.
    • Top with a splash of club soda and garnish with orange slices.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Sodium: 32mg | Potassium: 333mg | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Vitamin C: 62mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    Comments

    1. Monica | Nourish & Fete

      January 26, 2018 at 4:51 pm

      5 stars
      This looks and sounds so good - here in Belgium I can usually only find blood oranges in January, so I'm crazy jealous that you can get them December through May! Then again, we'll move back to DC at some point, so maybe I'll just focus on how wonderful it will be to have them for so long soon! 🙂

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    2. Annemarie @ justalittlebitofbacon

      January 26, 2018 at 5:13 pm

      5 stars
      We've been getting blood oranges regularly in the supermarkets for the past few years and it's wonderful! I can never resist making a cocktail or three with them. This spritzer looks very refreshing, even if it is still January right now. 🙂

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    3. Diana

      January 26, 2018 at 5:50 pm

      I've got some blood oranges, and I'm actually going to make this for my mum tomorrow. looks awesome!

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    4. Maggie @ Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      January 26, 2018 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      I love everything about this spritzer. Looks so refreshing! mmmm...

      Reply
    5. Lisa Bryan

      January 26, 2018 at 7:15 pm

      5 stars
      So happy it's citrus season and I love love blood oranges. Definitely need to make this!

      Reply
    6. Christine Long

      March 11, 2018 at 9:54 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing!!!

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