No-Added-Sugar Sangria Mocktail

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This sangria mocktail is a refreshing drink that highlights the fruity flavors of traditional sangria without added sugars or alcohol. Fruit adds plenty of natural sweetness that’s bolstered by a combination of pomegranate and orange juice. Berry-flavored seltzer adds to the fruity taste, but plain seltzer will work well too.

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Heami Lee, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley

Active Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8

Looking for something delightful to sip on?  We’ve got you covered with this No-Added-Sugar Sangria Mocktail. This refreshing drink captures all the fruity goodness of traditional sangria, but you won’t find any added sugars or alcohol here! Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh apples and citrus, this drink gets a vibrant red hue from pomegranate juice. Add in some berry-flavored seltzer for an extra burst of fruity flavor. Whether you’re tucking in for the evening with family or hosting a gathering with friends, this mocktail is the perfect drink to toast with. Read on for our best tips, plus learn how this recipe fits into an anti-inflammatory diet. 

Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen

These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too! 

  • Don’t skip the step of muddling the fruit! It breaks up the flesh and the rind of the citrus and combines the flavors of the fruit with the rosemary sprigs, which makes this drink special.
  • The fruit should steep in the pomegranate and orange juices for at least 1 hour before serving. For a deeper flavor, let it steep longer, up to 12 hours.
  • Bubbles don’t last forever, so wait to add the seltzer until right before serving. 

Nutrition Notes

  • Pomegranate juice is packed with inflammation-calming antioxidants called anthocyanins. That makes it a fantastic alternative to alcohol, which can promote inflammation. Look for 100% pomegranate juice, as it’s free of added sugars. 
  • Seltzer water adds a delightful fizziness to this mocktail. It can also help you stay hydrated, which is good for your mood, energy levels and mental focus. So, it’s a great alternative to plain water, especially if you like carbonation.
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1 orange, scrubbed, halved and sliced ¼-inch thick

  • 1 small Gala apple, halved, cored and sliced ¼-inch thick

  • 1 large lemon, scrubbed and sliced ¼-inch thick

  • 4 (4-inch) fresh rosemary sprigs, plus more for garnish

  • cups refrigerated 100% pomegranate juice

  • ½ cup orange juice

  • 2 (12-ounce) cans berry-flavored seltzer 

  • Ice, for serving

Directions

  1. Remove any seeds from fruit slices, if necessary. Combine orange slices, apple slices, lemon slices and 4 rosemary sprigs in a large pitcher; gently muddle with a wooden spoon until the fruit releases juice, about 30 seconds. Stir in 3½ cups pomegranate juice and ½ cup orange juice. Refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 1 hour and up to 12 hours.

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  2. Just before serving, stir in 2 (12-ounce) cans seltzer. Serve in ice-filled glasses. Garnish with additional rosemary sprigs, if desired.

To make ahead

Prepare through Step 1 and refrigerate, uncovered, for up to 12 hours. Add seltzer just before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is this sangria mocktail healthy?

    Yes! This drink doesn’t feature any alcohol, which helps cut calories, and the sweetness in the drink comes from the natural sugars in the fruit. Pomegranate juice is also packed with antioxidants. And if you decide to eat the fruit floating in your glass, you’ll get some extra vitamins, minerals and fiber.

  • Can I use a different fruit or juice?

    Tart cherry juice or cranberry juice can be used in place of pomegranate juice, but be sure to taste as you go. Some juices are more tart than others, so you may need to add more orange juice to balance the flavor. Look for juice without any added sugars. Try using lime instead of lemon or adding a few slices of grapefruit. For a more festive look, blood oranges can be used instead of regular oranges.

EatingWell.com, July 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

90 Calories
0g Fat
22g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Serving Size about 1 cup
Calories 90
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 22g 8%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 19g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 1g 1%
Total Fat 0g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Vitamin A 5µg
Vitamin C 22mg 24%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 0mg 3%
Folate 39µg
Vitamin K 12µg
Sodium 12mg 1%
Calcium 39mg 3%
Iron 0mg 1%
Magnesium 13mg 3%
Potassium 328mg 7%
Zinc 0mg 1%
Vitamin B12 0µg

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Additional reporting by
Alex Loh
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Alex Loh is EatingWell's food editor. As part of the food team, she creates healthy, delicious recipes for the EatingWell audience. Alex also writes informative food and cooking articles that range from how to store ground beef to the best picks from Trader Joe's. Alex conducts product and taste tests to find the best options, from salad spinners to salsas.
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Hilary Meyer
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Hilary Meyer is a recipe developer, tester, and content creator. After graduating from culinary school, she started working the EatingWell Test Kitchen in 2006, developing and testing recipes.