Description
Refreshing apple cider sangria blends crisp autumn flavors with festive wine magic. Seasonal ingredients and simple preparation make this cocktail perfect for gatherings with friends and family.
Ingredients
Scale
Wine and Liquor:
- 1 bottle white wine
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) salted caramel or caramel vodka
Fruits:
- 1 apple, sliced or chopped
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/2 cup (75 g) frozen cranberries
Spices and Additional Flavors:
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 cups (480 ml) apple cider
Instructions
- Fill a spacious pitcher with seasonal fruit, layering sliced crisp apples, vibrant orange segments, and ruby-red cranberries along with aromatic cinnamon sticks.
- Gently cascade white wine, tangy apple cider, and smooth caramel vodka over the fruit, creating a gentle swirl to harmonize the liquid components.
- Submerge the mixture in the refrigerator for a minimum of 60 minutes, allowing the fruits to infuse and intensify the sangria’s complex flavor profile.
- When ready to serve, ladle the chilled sangria into glasses, ensuring each pour includes a medley of macerated fruits for a visually stunning and flavorful beverage.
- Optional: Add ice cubes to individual glasses for an extra refreshing touch, maintaining the drink’s crisp and cool temperament.
Notes
- Infuse extra flavor by gently muddling fruits before adding liquids to release more intense fruit essences and aromas.
- Substitute caramel vodka with regular vodka or bourbon for different flavor profiles if desired, keeping the festive fall spirit intact.
- Enhance presentation by garnishing glasses with cinnamon stick or apple slice, creating an Instagram-worthy cocktail that screams autumn elegance.
- Make a non-alcoholic version by replacing wine and vodka with sparkling apple juice or additional apple cider, perfect for guests who prefer alcohol-free options.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg