Description
A refreshing and festive sangria with vibrant citrus and seasonal spices, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle of crisp white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 oranges, cut into wedges
- 2 apples, sliced
- 1 pear, sliced
- 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
- 1/2 cup brandy or elderflower liqueur (or sparkling water for a non-alcoholic option)
- 2 tablespoons honey or simple syrup (to taste)
- 2–3 cinnamon sticks
- 3–4 whole cloves
Instructions
- Wash and cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large pitcher, combine the white wine and freshly squeezed citrus juice.
- Add the prepared fruits and splash in the brandy or elderflower liqueur.
- Add honey or simple syrup to taste.
- Incorporate the whole spices, then let the mixture sit for at least an hour (or overnight for best flavor).
- Serve over ice and garnish with fresh cranberries or mint leaves.
Notes
Adjust sweetness based on the fruit’s natural sweetness; chill for the best flavor development.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sangria, holiday drink, festive beverage, winter cocktail, family gathering