Cucumber, Ginger, and Sake Sangria

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Cucumber, Ginger, and Sake Sangria
10 min.
8
204kcal

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Escape the ordinary and refresh your gatherings with our delightful Cucumber, Ginger, and Sake Sangria! This innovative beverage is the perfect fusion of flavors, offering a light and invigorating drink that will tantalize your taste buds. Combining the crispness of cucumber with the zesty kick of ginger and the elegance of dry sake, every sip is a refreshing burst of flavor that’s ideal for warm weather gatherings or casual get-togethers.

What makes this sangria even more appealing is its versatility—crafted to accommodate various dietary preferences, it is vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, a brunch with friends, or simply looking to unwind after a long day, this sangria ensures everyone can enjoy a delicious beverage without compromise.

In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves eight, making it not only quick but also a great choice for entertaining. With vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, your guests will be impressed by this unique drink that strays from the traditional path. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to serve a stunning concoction that’s sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons candied ginger finely chopped
  • lb cucumber seedless (usually plastic-wrapped)
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh to taste
  • 720 ml rice wine dry chilled
  • 0.7 cup sugar 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • sieve
  • blender

Directions

  1. Cut cucumber crosswise into three equal pieces. Peel and chop 2 pieces, then put into a blender. Peel 4 lengthwise strips from remaining piece, leaving stripes of green, then halve piece lengthwise and core. Thinly slice crosswise.
  2. Add water, sugar, fresh ginger, and lemon juice to blender and purée until smooth.
  3. Pour through a medium-mesh sieve into a pitcher, then stir in sake, crystallized ginger if using, and cucumber slices. Chill, covered, until ready to serve, up to 2 hours.
  4. Serve over ice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein3.15%
Fat1.06%
Carbs95.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
8.76
Glycemic Load
11.64
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
1.7743478339651%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.87kcal
10.19%
Fat:0.12g
0.19%
Saturated Fat:0.02g
0.14%
Carbohydrates:25.45g
8.48%
Net Carbohydrates:25.16g
9.15%
Sugar:19.57g
21.74%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:6.5mg
0.28%
Alcohol:14.7g
100%
Alcohol %:8.1%
100%
Protein:0.84g
1.68%
Vitamin K:9.3µg
8.86%
Vitamin C:3.04mg
3.68%
Magnesium:13.67mg
3.42%
Potassium:110.37mg
3.15%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.3%
Selenium:1.55µg
2.22%
Copper:0.04mg
2.13%
Phosphorus:19.39mg
1.94%
Calcium:15.8mg
1.58%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.52%
Iron:0.26mg
1.45%
Vitamin B2:0.02mg
1.32%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.22%
Vitamin A:59.76IU
1.2%
Folate:4.72µg
1.18%
Fiber:0.29g
1.18%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.08%
Source:Epicurious