Name: Refreshing Homemade Sangrita
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 2 h 5 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 1 paper-thin slice of white onion; 1 cup fresh orange juice, preferably from sweet oranges like Valencia; 1 dash Mexican-style hot sauce (such as Valentina or Cholula), or more to taste; Pinch of fine sea salt, or to taste

Mexican

Fresh Sangrita

Sep 11, 2025
by Afton Barrows
- 5.0 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
1 Likes

PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

0 mins
TOTAL TIME

2 hrs 5 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

6

A vibrant, tangy, and spicy Mexican palate cleanser designed to elevate your tequila experience. This 'little blood' is a symphony of citrus, heat, and a touch of savory depth that will awaken your senses.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1 paper-thin slice of white onion

1 cup fresh orange juice, preferably from sweet oranges like Valencia

1 dash Mexican-style hot sauce (such as Valentina or Cholula), or more to taste

Pinch of fine sea salt, or to taste

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

8 g
Fiber

0 g
Protein

1 g
Sodium

46 mg
Sugar

6 g
Fat

0 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Macerate the Onion: In a non-reactive bowl, combine the lime juice and onion slice, ensuring the onion is fully submerged. Let this mixture steep for 2 to 3 hours at room temperature. (Time: 2-3 hours)

02

Step

Remove Onion: After steeping, remove and discard the onion slice. This imparts a subtle savory note without overpowering the citrus. (Time: 5 minutes)

03

Step

Combine Juices: Stir in the fresh orange juice, hot sauce, and salt. Adjust the hot sauce and salt to your preference. (Time: 5 minutes)

04

Step

Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the sangrita for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and for optimal refreshment. Serve ice cold as a companion to your favorite tequila. (Time: 30 minutes)

For a richer color and flavor complexity, consider using blood oranges in place of regular oranges when they are in season.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired level of spiciness. Start with a small dash and add more gradually.
Fine sea salt is recommended for its clean, delicate flavor.
Sangrita is best served immediately after chilling, but it can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. However, the flavors may diminish slightly over time.

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