Raspberry Tequila Sangria

By kayjayjohnson

Sangria is a traditional Spanish drink that combines wine and fresh fruit. This Mexican-style Raspberry Tequila Sangria has a higher alcohol content than most sangrias (great for pairing with spicy foods) and is as much a margarita as it is a sangria.

Ingredients

• 2 oranges
• 3 limes
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 6 cups ice
• 1 (10-ounce) bag frozen sweetened raspberries
• 1 cup silver tequila
• 1/2 cup triple sec
• 1 bottle champagne
• 4 cups chilled lemon lime soda

Preparation

Step 1

Juice one orange and two limes to measure 1/4 cup juice each. Combine juices and sugar in a microwavable bowl. Microwave on high for 2 to 3 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Thinly slice remaining orange and lime.

Add ice, juice mixture, orange and lime slices, raspberries, tequila and triple sec in a pitcher and stir. Add champagne and soda, stir gently and serve!