This Grinch Sangria with Pinot Grigio, Midori and pineapple juice is a sweet addition to your Christmas menu. A red sugar sprinkle rim and a small strawberry heart cut-out make this gorgeous cocktail festive for the holidays.
The Grinch is one of my family’s favorite films to watch over the holidays. His green body and little heart embody the grumpy character that I can relate to after an endless 2020. This cocktail mimics his appearance, but adds the sweetness that his character takes on in the end.
Adding a little bit of heart to it:
A heart cut-out makes the perfect garnishment to this Grinch Sangria and it is also a great addition to this Strawberry Rose Sangria for Valentine’s Day. You can use a small paring knife to carve them or make your own little aluminum cut-out. I created mine with a disposable aluminum baking pan that was leftover from last year’s holiday feast.
Use a rolling pan to flatten any indentations and cut it into strips around 3-4 inches wide. Fold each end in around 1 inch and flatten again with a rolling pin. Use a marker to shape the top part of the heart and continue working with it until the desired heart shape is achieved. Cut any remaining length off and seal with a glue gun.
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 bottle of Pinot Grigio
- 1 1/2 C. Midori Melon Liqueur
- 1 C. Pineapple Juice
- 1 splash of Sprite
- 2 lbs. of strawberries; hulled and sliced
- Honey and red sugar sprinkles for garnishment (optional)
Recipe Tips:
- If you like a lot of sweetness in your sangria, a Moscato can also be used.
- Make a small heart cut-out as described above or purchase one here. I love the idea of purchasing cut-outs that can be used to make veggies into shapes for my kids’ lunches.
- Make a festive rim for your glass by lightly dipping it onto a plate of honey; followed by a a plate of sprinkles.
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This Grinch Sangria with Pinot Grigio, Midori and pineapple juice is a sweet addition to your Christmas menu. A red sugar sprinkle rim and a small strawberry heart cut-out make this gorgeous cocktail festive for the holidays.
- 1 bottle Pinot Grigio
- 1 1/2 C. Midori Melon Liqueur
- 1 C. Pineapple Juice
- 1 splash Sprite
- 2 pounds Strawberries; hulled and sliced
- 3 tbsp. honey
- 1 tbsp. red sugar sprinkles
- 1 heart-shaped strawberry
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In a large pitcher, add sliced strawberries, Midori, pineapple juice and Pinot Grigio.
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Lightly stir ingredients and add a splash of Sprite.
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Prepare the punch glasses by lightly dipping the rims in a plate of honey and a plate of red sugar sprinkles until coated.
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Garnish with a heart-shaped strawberry. See tips above for tips on creating easy cut-outs.