No-Added-Sugar Sangria Mocktail

Looking for something delightful to sip on?  We’ve got you covered with this No-Added-Sugar Sangria Mocktail. This refreshing drink captures all the fruity goodness of traditional sangria, but you won’t find any added sugars or alcohol here! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh apples and citrus, this drink gets a vibrant red hue from pomegranate juice. Add in some berry-flavored seltzer for an extra burst of fruity flavor. Whether you’re tucking in for the evening with family or hosting a gathering with friends, this mocktail is the perfect drink to toast with. Read on for our best tips, plus learn how this recipe fits into an anti-inflammatory diet. 

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

• Don’t skip the step of muddling the fruit! It breaks up the flesh and the rind of the citrus and combines the flavors of the fruit with the rosemary sprigs, which makes this drink special.
• The fruit should steep in the pomegranate and orange juices for at least 1 hour before serving. For a deeper flavor, let it steep longer, up to 12 hours.
• Bubbles don’t last forever, so wait to add the seltzer until right before serving. 

Nutrition Notes

• Pomegranate juice is packed with inflammation-calming antioxidants called anthocyanins. That makes it a fantastic alternative to alcohol, which can promote inflammation. Look for 100% pomegranate juice, as it’s free of added sugars. 
• Seltzer water adds a delightful fizziness to this mocktail. It can also help you stay hydrated, which is good for your mood, energy levels and mental focus. So, it’s a great alternative to plain water, especially if you like carbonation.