Description
This bold and refreshing red sangria is bursting with fresh fruit, citrus juice, and the perfect touch of brandy. It’s a classic Spanish recipe designed for relaxing evenings, festive parties, or spontaneous celebrations. The key? A good bottle of wine, fresh fruit, and time to chill. Every sip is juicy, rich, and endlessly customizable. Whether you’re preparing it for a backyard dinner or a holiday brunch, this sangria will be the star of your drink table. It’s simple to make, elegant to serve, and unforgettable to taste.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle dry red wine (750ml) – Garnacha or Tempranillo preferred
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 apple, diced (Fuji or Granny Smith)
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- 1–2 tbsp simple syrup or sugar (optional)
- Sparkling water or club soda (for serving)
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- Chill the wine in the fridge if it isn’t already.
- Prepare the fruit: slice the citrus, dice the apple, rinse the berries.
- Add all fruit to a large pitcher.
- Pour in the red wine, brandy, and fresh orange juice. Stir gently.
- Taste the mixture. Add sugar or syrup if needed. Stir again until dissolved.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, fill glasses with ice and pour sangria. Top with a splash of sparkling water if desired. Add fruit to each glass for garnish.
Notes
Freshly squeezed orange juice brings better flavor than store-bought.
Use wine you’d enjoy drinking on its own—this impacts the sangria’s overall balance.
Avoid carbonating the entire pitcher; only add fizz to individual glasses.
For a tropical version, add pineapple chunks or mango slices.
The flavor deepens after 24 hours in the fridge—perfect for prepping ahead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 180