Rich with the flavors of refreshing, sweet Sangria infused with peach schnapps, these Peach Sangria Granitas are the perfect way to imbibe in the summertime.
I’ve been obsessing over this granita recently. If you’ve never made or heard of granita before, you’ve probably gathered from the photos that it’s a slushy, icy drink made of frozen fruit, sugar and water. Its origins are Sicilian and its texture is reminiscent of a snowball, only juicier, softer, and probably a bit more sophisticated (and in this particular case where wine and schnapps are involved, a bit more adult).
Miraculously (thanks to a busy weekend which included haggling for cookbooks and obscure plates at 3+-mile-long yard sales) I still have a scant layer of this drunken, sangria-sodden treat in my freezer. Not for long, though, at the end of this gray, particularly uninspired Monday I intend to finally scrape the last of it into my coffee mug (which has seen plenty of cocktails but never the bitter, mud-colored brew for which it was intended) and enjoy it with my feet up out on my patio, a cookbook in my lap. I’ll be sad once it’s gone, and then, undoubtedly, I’ll make more.
Fortunately, granitas are easy to make, particularly this one. A gently-sipped bottle of dry red wine, fresh-squeezed citrus fruits, sugar, water, and schnapps (of the peach variety). I chose not to use fresh peaches for the flavoring and only included Peach schnapps instead, which does an excellent job of evoking the appropriate flavor while maintaining a respectable alcohol level (if you’re into that sort of thing).
The most difficult part of the process is waiting for the liquid to crystallize.
Then, finally, after 3 hours and a few impatient bouts of stirring the contents with a fork (and of course “just checking” the flavor), it’s ready: melt-in-your-mouth sangria snow, heavy with fresh citrus and wine and a slosh of peachy liquor. My camera does the final product a disservice; the granita literally sparkles in the sunshine like slushy, expertly cut amethyst gemstones.
Looking for something non-alcoholic but refreshing!? Check out my classic lemonade recipe or strawberry lemonade!
Despite the fact that amethyst is derived from Greek words and origins that mean, essentially, not drunk and the gemstone was believed to have kept its possessor from becoming intoxicated, I can make no such promises when it comes to this like-colored frozen treat. Just be mindful of the alcohol content when you finish your first serving and are thirsty for a second (and third).
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Enjoy!
Peach Sangria Granita
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- Juice of 1 orange ½ cup
- Juice of 1 lime
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cups red wine I used Shiraz
- ½ cup Peach Schnapps
Instructions
- In large saucepan, heat water and sugar on medium heat and stir constantly until sugar is dissolved.1 cup water, 1 cup sugar
- Stir in lime, lemon, and orange juice.Juice of 1 orange, Juice of 1 lime, Juice of 1 lemon
- Remove from heat and add wine and peach schnapps, stir.2 cups red wine, ½ cup Peach Schnapps
- Transfer to 13x9 glass or metal baking dish.
- Cover and freeze for one hour then use a fork to stir up the slushied contents of the granita.
- Return to freezer and freeze at least 2 more hours, stirring/scraping again with a fork after another hour.
- Use a fork to break up the granita before serving.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Renee @ Two-in-the-Kitchen
Wow! The color on those granitas is just stunning! Beautiful job!! 🙂
Sam
Thank you Renee!
Tonya
Oh my! How colorfully refreshing!I love the slushy consistency! Beautiful presentation!
Sam
Thank you, Tonya! 🙂
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel
Love the idea of a Sangria Granita — so fun for summer! Just a gorgeous color!
Sam
Thank you, Ashley!
mila furman
OMG I WANT!!!! It’s 90-degrees today in the Chi..and I think this would be perfect!!!! YUM!
Sam
Thank you! Definitely an appropriate treat for 90+ degree days!
Mary Frances
What a fun summer drink! I love the purple color!!
Sam
Thanks so much!
Mir
Turning sangria into granita is probably the most cool thing I’ve read about today. I’m sure it did sparkle. I always get so mad when my camera can’t show what I’m seeing!
Sam
Thank you, Mir!! 🙂
Rachel @the dessert chronicles
This looks so refreshing and delicious!! What a perfect summer cocktail or snack!!
Sam
Thank you, Rachel!
Jocelyn (Grandbaby cakes)
This granita is absolutely gorgeous seriously! I would love one right about now!
Sam
Thank you, Jocelyn!
Melanie @ Gather for Bread
I’m all about peaches in the summer! This looks so refreshing!
Sam
Thanks, Melanie!
Amber@twobirdperch
Ooooh this sounds so good. I’m nostalgic about peach schnapps & I’m pinning this for sure!
Sam
Thank you, Amber!
Mira
These sangria granitas look so good! Great color! Pinned!
Sam
Thanks so much, Mira!
Danielle
I love the color of this granita and it sound so refreshing and perfect! Definitely needed for a Monday 😉
Sam
Thank you, Danielle!
Thao @ In Good Flavor
I love the photos, Sam! This granita sounds absolutely amazing! I would definitely need a couple of them.
Sam
Thank you, Thao!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen
OMGosh Sam! This looks sssooo refreshing and incredible for summer. And girl, that color is AMAZING! Gorgeous! I can imagine myself drinking it right now – too bad it isn’t here! xoxo
Sam
I seriously am in love with the color of it, too! Thank you, Kristi!!
Jess @ Sweetest Menu
Nothing like a refreshing icy cold drink on a warm summers day! This looks lovely!
Sam
Thank you, Jess!