Sweetheart Sangria

Our Sweetheart Sangria is a fresh, fruit-forward cocktail built for easy sipping. It starts with our Cou Rouge Strawberry wine, layered with pomegranate juice for a subtle tartness that balances the natural berry sweetness. Fresh fruit adds brightness and texture, and a splash of sparkle brings just enough lift to keep it refreshing.

The profile is clean and vibrant — ripe strawberry up front, a hint of tangy pomegranate through the middle, and a crisp, lightly effervescent finish. It’s approachable without being overly sweet, and structured enough to feel intentional.

Serve it chilled over ice with plenty of fresh fruit in the glass. It’s a simple, well-balanced option for gatherings, date nights, or any time you want something lighter and a little more playful than a traditional pour.

Bright, juicy, and easy to come back to for another sip.

Looking to try more wine-inspired cocktails?

You might also enjoy our Blackberry Mojito Spritz, bursting with juicy berry flavor, or the Piña Colada Wine Cocktail, a tropical twist that’s perfect for beachy daydreams. Both recipes are available now on our blog — give them a try and discover your favorite!

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Sweetheart Sangria with Grinder's Switch Winery Cou Rouge

Prep Time2 minutes mins

Cook Time2 minutes mins

Course: Drinks

Keyword: strawberry cocktail, strawberry sangria, strawberry wine, sweetheart sangria, wine cocktail

Servings: 1

Equipment

• 1 Stirring spoon
• 1 Glass of choice

Ingredients

• 4 oz Grinder's Switch Winery Cou Rouge Strawberry Wine
• 2 oz pomegranate juice
• 1 oz club soda
• 1 slice orange for garnish (optional)
• 1 slice strawberries (optional)

Instructions

• Grab your glass of choice, add ice.
• Add Cou Rouge and pomegranate juice and stir.
• Top with club soda or lemon-lime soda.
• Add strawberries and / or orange slice

Meet Your Valentine: The Sinful Sintra Chocolate Martini

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating love, chocolate, and a very special wine release with a cocktail that’s as indulgent as the occasion. Introducing the Sinful Sintra Chocolate Martini—a decadent dessert martini crafted with our final vintage of Sintra, our port-style wine made from estate-grown Touriga Nacional.

Only 96 cases of Sintra were produced, and once it’s gone, it’s truly gone. To mark the moment, we created a cocktail that brings out everything we love about this wine—its rich, cozy character and smooth, lingering finish—then layered it with cream and chocolate for a sip that feels like dessert in a glass.

The Sinful Sintra Chocolate Martini is:

• Rich & fudgy

• Velvety smooth

• Perfectly balanced

• Dangerously delicious

It’s the kind of drink you should share… but might not want to.

All recipes are available now on our blog — give them a try and discover your favorite!

Midnight Martini with Grinder's Switch Winery 382 (Chambourcin)

Midnight Martini with Grinder's Switch Winery 382 (Chambourcin)

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 minutes mins

Total Time 4 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Course: Drinks

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 oz 382 (Chambourcin dry red wine)
• 2 oz half and half or cream
• 1/2 oz chocolate syrup
• 1 cup ice

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail Shaker
• 1 Martini glass (or glass of choice)
• 1 Cocktail strainer

Method

 

1. Add ice to cocktail shaker
2. Then, add 382, half & half, and chocolate syrup
3. Shake it up
4. Strain into your martini glass
5. Add whipped cream and garnish with a little cocoa powder!

Blackberry Sweet Tea Sangria Wine Cocktail: A Southern Sip of Summer

When the Southern heat turns all the way up, there’s nothing quite like an ice-cold glass of sweet tea—or maybe something a little more spirited. Enter our Blackberry Sweet Tea Sangria Wine Cocktail: a fruity, refreshing twist on two Southern staples that were practically made for front porch sipping.

This vibrant sangria starts with our fan-favorite Blackberry Express wine, known for its bold berry flavor and just the right touch of sweetness. It’s then blended with classic iced tea (sweet or unsweet—your call!), a splash of orange juice for a citrusy kick, and a hint of simple syrup to round everything out. The result? A smooth, juicy sangria that’s equal parts easy-drinking and downright delightful.

Not in the mood for blackberry? You can easily swap in our Cou Rouge strawberry wine for a fresh, sun-kissed strawberry version that’s just as perfect for poolside lounging or backyard get-togethers.

Whether you’re hosting friends or just looking to beat the heat with something a little more exciting than your usual glass of tea, this sangria is your new go-to. It’s quick to mix up, easy to enjoy, and tastes like summer in a glass.

Scroll down for the full recipe and get ready to fall in love with your new favorite Southern sip!

Looking to try more wine-inspired cocktails?

You might also enjoy our Blackberry Mojito Spritz, bursting with juicy berry flavor, or  our refreshing Strawberry Basil Bramble! You can even switch it up with our Piña Colada Wine Cocktail, a tropical twist that’s perfect for beachy daydreams.

All recipes are available now on our blog — give them a try and discover your favorite!

Midnight Martini with Grinder's Switch Winery 382 (Chambourcin)

Midnight Martini with Grinder's Switch Winery 382 (Chambourcin)

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 2 minutes mins

Total Time 4 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Course: Drinks

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 oz 382 (Chambourcin dry red wine)
• 2 oz half and half or cream
• 1/2 oz chocolate syrup
• 1 cup ice

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail Shaker
• 1 Martini glass (or glass of choice)
• 1 Cocktail strainer

Method

 

1. Add ice to cocktail shaker
2. Then, add 382, half & half, and chocolate syrup
3. Shake it up
4. Strain into your martini glass
5. Add whipped cream and garnish with a little cocoa powder!

As summer settles in and the heat and humidity start turning up here in the South, we’ve got just the thing to keep you cool: our Blackberry Mojito Spritz.

Light, refreshing, and full of bold berry flavor, this wine cocktail is made with our best-selling Blackberry Express — a rich and juicy blackberry wine that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Paired with fresh mint, lime, and a little sparkle, this spritz is easy to make, even easier to sip, and guaranteed to become your new warm-weather favorite.

Whether you’re spending the evening on the porch, hosting a backyard gathering, or just looking for a break from the heat, the Blackberry Mojito Spritz delivers a crisp, cooling experience in every glass.

And if you’re loving wine-based cocktails as much as we are, don’t miss our other two signature cocktails: the Strawberry Basil Bramble, made with our Cou Rouge, and the tropical Piña Colada Wine Cocktail made with our Blondy wine. Both are perfect companions for sunny days and long evenings.

Try them all and let us know your favorite!

Piña Colada with Grinder's Switch Winery Blondy

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Prep Time 2 minutes mins

Cook Time 1 minute min

Servings: 1

Course: Drinks

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 5 oz Blondy
• 4 oz 100% Pineapple Juice or can of Pineapple
• 1-2 oz Coconut Milk
• 1 oz Simple Syrup
• 1/2 a lime, squeezed
• 1 oz sprite, to top off
• 1 piece Cherry and pineapple for garnish optional
• 1/2 cup ice

Equipment

• 1 Cocktail Shaker (or blender if you would prefer a blended drink)
• 1 Cocktail strainer
• 1 Glass of choice

Method

 

1. Fill up a glass halfway with ice.
2. Put the ice in a cocktail shaker (or blender if you want it blended).
3. Add pineapple juice, coconut milk, simple syrup, Blondy wine, and lime juice.
4. Shake it all up in the shaker until it's nice and cold. (If you want it blended, blend it all together in the blender).
5. If using a shaker, strain the blend all into a glass.
6. Top off with sprite and add a cherry and piece of pineapple for garnish.

As soon as grilling season begins we get really excited about the side items! This tangy Crispy Buttermilk Potato Salad is a great addition to burgers and dogs on the grill! This potato salad comes together quick, is served warm – or cold! – and is mayo-free (in case you are against mayonnaise). The fresh herbs keeps this dish nice and summery and goes great with something sweet like our Cou Rouge!

Cou Rouge is a Strawberry Chardonel blend that is a lovely homage to summer!

Cran-Merry Baked Brie

The Cran-Merry baked brie is the perfect appetizer for your upcoming holiday parties!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1 cup Cran-Merry wine
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 wheel brie
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, toasted

Method

 

1. In a saucepan combine the cranberries, Cran-merry wine and honey.
2. Bring to a boil and simmer for 20 minutes until the cranberries have softened and the sauce is thick.
3. Pour into a container and refrigerate.
4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place wheel of brie in an oven-safe serving dish and bake until soft and gooey - about 15 minutes.
5. Top with cranberry sauce (you probably won’t need all of it) and chopped walnuts. Drizzle with extra honey if desired.
6. Pair with Grinder’s Switch Cran-Merry wine!