I think this Sparkling Tropical Sangria is what that guy was singing about when he said “getting drunk off summertime”. Actually i’m pretty positive he was. What else could he have possibly been singing about? It’s literally the only thing that makes sense!
There is nothing I love more than a refreshing summer beverage. It makes this dry Utah heat seem to fade away and suddenly I feel like I’m in a thong bikini lounging in the sand on a humid, Caribbean Island with white sandy beaches. I mean that fantasy never lasts very long, but it is a nice little delusion while it lasts.
Is it even possible to pick your favorite tropical fruit? I can’t help but love and respect every single one of them. They all have so much to offer and are perfect for our sparkling tropical sangria, just look at them.
Also, side note- did anyone know there is such a thing as a golden kiwi? It’s a real thing! I had no idea and when I purchased them on accident I was really worried I’d picked out some of the worst kiwis possible. Because, well… they’re golden! Turns out they’re actually the best kiwis in all the land. They’re just not green. Oops! But as Bob Ross put it, “There are no mistakes, only happy accidents.” So effin inspiring, man.
If you’re a fan of drinking dranks and eating fruits, you’ve come to the right place! This Sparkling Tropical Sangria is just the drink for you!
Here’s your grocery list:
- Pineapple
- Mango
- Dragon fruit
- Lime
- Strawberries
- Kiwi
- Malibu coconut rum
- Pineapple barefoot bubbly
Scroll down for full recipe.
My new favorite motto, “Why only have wine when you can have wine and non-fermented fruits and relive the good old days of Malibu Coconut Rum?”.
But like really, you can’t say this doesn’t make you want to take this entire carafe and just keep it all for yourself. Do you, boo!
Are you drooling over this Sparkling Tropical Sangria yet? Oh.. no? Well, here are a few more photos and the full recipe!
HERE’S THE RECIPE YOU’VEE BEEN WAITING FOR:
- 1 cup Pineapple
- One cup Mango
- 1/2 Dragon fruit
- 1 Lime
- One cup Strawberries
- 1 cup Kiwi
- 1/2 cup Malibu coconut rum
- 1 bottle of Pineapple barefoot bubbly
First, chop all the fruit into cube-ish shapes. We out here making that fruit ninja game a reality. You’re welcome! Next, put all of your fruit into a carafe or pitcher. Add the juice from one lime to the pitcher. Then, add the Malibu Coconut Rum and the pineapple barefoot bubbly. Try saying that 10x fast, barefoot bubbly, barefoot bubbly. You can start drinking right away or I highly recommend letting your fruit soak for at least one hour in the refrigerator. Chill or be chilled.
I mean, if these pictures aren’t doing it for you, I don’t know what would, other than sipping on the actual drink! So get to chopping so you can drink up with us every Thursday on our Facebook lives on Rad and the Rests Facebook page at 8PM MST! It is our fav place to hang out with our viewers and shoot the… shot… sometimes we take shots but mostly we just sip on cocktails and talk about worldly happenings and what is going on with you fine, sophisticated souls. Can’t wait to see you there!
Love you Most!
-Maddy
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