Best Red Wine Sangria

Name: Best Red Wine Sangria
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 135 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 1 bottle red wine (750 ml, fruity and medium-bodied); 1 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed); 1/4 cup brandy; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 orange (sliced); 1 lemon (sliced); 1 lime (sliced); 1 apple (cored and diced); 1 cinnamon stick; 2 cups club soda (chilled)

135 min 8 servings Easy

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Best Red Wine Sangria

Refreshing and fruity, this classic red wine sangria is perfect for any gathering, blending robust wine with fresh fruits and a hint of sweetness.

Prep

15 min

Total

135 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Sangria, a vibrant and fruity wine punch, is a staple at gatherings and celebrations. Originating from Spain, this refreshing drink has found its way into many hearts with its delightful blend of red wine, fruits, and a hint of sweetness. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or a cozy winter gathering, red wine sangria is the perfect accompaniment. Its flexibility with ingredients allows you to tailor it to your taste and the season, making it a versatile favourite.

Ingredients

Servings

Sangria Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare the fruits

Slice the orange, lemon, and lime. Core and dice the apple.

Pro tip: Use a mix of red and green apples for added colour.

Mix the base

In a large pitcher, combine the wine, orange juice, brandy, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

Pro tip: Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less sugar.

Add fruits and cinnamon

Add the sliced fruits and cinnamon stick to the wine mixture.

Pro tip: Gently muddle the fruits to release more flavours.

Chill the sangria

Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavours to meld.

Add club soda

Just before serving, add the chilled club soda to the pitcher and stir gently.

Pro tip: For a sweeter sangria, use lemon-lime soda instead of club soda.

Serve

Serve the sangria in glasses with some fruit slices. Enjoy chilled.

Pro tip: Garnish with fresh mint leaves for added aroma.

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Tips & Tricks

<ul><li>Choose a fruity and medium-bodied red wine for the best flavour.</li><li>Let the sangria chill for at least 2 hours to blend the flavours.</li><li>Add soda just before serving to keep the fizz.</li><li>Experiment with seasonal fruits for a unique twist.</li></ul>

Serving Suggestions

Serve this red wine sangria in a large pitcher with a wooden spoon to easily serve the fruit and liquid together. Pair it with light appetizers like cheese platters or tapas for a complete experience. To make ahead, prepare the sangria without the soda and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. Add the soda just before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, but note that the soda will lose its fizz.