Red Sangria Recipe

Course: cocktail, drink/cocktail

Cuisine: Spanish

Prep Time: 25

Chill Time: 2

Total Time: 2 25

Servings: drinks

Calories: 245kcal

Fresh fruit, cinnamon, red wine, brandy, and orange liqueur come together fast for a refreshing pitcher cocktail!

In a large pitcher, place the fruit and sprinkle the sugar on top. Mix and let it sit for 20 minutes.
1 orange, 1 red apple, 1 green apple, 3-4 tablespoons granulated sugar
Add the cinnamon sticks, wine, orange juice, brandy, and Cointreau. Mix well and place in the refrigerator for at least two hours. I recommend overnight, but at least two hours, so you get the full fruity flavor.
2 cinnamon sticks, 750 mL red wine, ⅓ cup brandy, ¼ cup orange liqueur, 1 cup orange juice
Pour the sangria in a glass with ice, together with the fruit.
Garnish with extra fruit or cinnamon sticks if you'd like. You can also top off with seltzer water and rosemary.
Seltzer water, Fresh rosemary sprigs

Look for a fruity, low tannin wine, such as pinot noir, zinfandel, merlot, Garnacha (the most traditional), Rioja, or Tempranillo. Avoid cabernet sauvignon, syrah, or malbec.
Red wine is classic, but you can also use white wine, moscato, or even champagne.
If you're not a fan of brandy, feel free to sub in any other liqueur that you like, or omit it completely for a less boozy cocktail.
Mix up the fruits with the seasons or to your tastes.
Add herbs to boost the flavors. Fresh ginger or sprigs of mint or rosemary would be delicious.
Feel free to top your sangria off with club soda after it chills if you like bubbles.
Don't skimp on chilling time. This sangria needs at least 2 hours for the flavors to meld, but I recommend 8 or even overnight!
You can save a little prep time by starting with chilled red wine.
Don't be afraid to experiment. Taste the sangria frequently and adjust to your liking.

Storage: Store red sangria covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.