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Fall Sangria with Apple Cider, Red Wine & Bourbon

Fall Sangria with Apple Cider, Red Wine & Bourbon Bliss

This Fall Sangria with Apple Cider, Red Wine & Bourbon offers a cozy blend of seasonal flavors, perfect for any autumn gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sangria
  • 1 bottle Dry Red Wine A fruity variety like Merlot or Pinot Noir
  • 1 cup Bourbon Can be swapped for brandy or omitted
  • 4 cups Apple Cider Substitute with a similar juice if unavailable
For the Fruit
  • 1 medium Apple Thinly sliced, sweet-tart varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji
  • 1 medium Orange Thinly sliced, Navel or Valencia oranges
For the Spices
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Ground cinnamon can be used but start with less
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Thinly sliced, fresh is ideal for greater complexity
For Garnish
  • 3 sprigs Fresh Rosemary For an extra aromatic appeal

Equipment

  • large jar or carafe
  • Wooden spoon
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Combine All Ingredients
  1. In a large jar or carafe, pour in dry red wine and bourbon. Add apple cider, thinly sliced apples and oranges, cinnamon sticks, and fresh ginger slices. Stir gently with a wooden spoon.
Chill the Mixture
  1. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight or up to 3 days.
Prepare for Serving
  1. For a chilled version, serve over ice. For a warm version, gently heat in a saucepan without boiling for about 10 minutes.
Garnish and Present
  1. Pour sangria over prepared ice in glasses or ladle warm version into mugs. Garnish with additional apple and orange slices, and a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 12gVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Allowing the sangria to chill overnight ensures the flavors merge beautifully. Use quality ingredients for the best depth of flavor.

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