Description

This sangria recipe is everything you want in a party drink—refreshing, colorful, fruity, and bold. It combines red wine, brandy, and seasonal fruits with citrus juice and just a hint of sweetness. Best of all, it gets better the longer it chills. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, an elegant dinner, or a holiday gathering, sangria is the drink that brings it all together. You’ll love how easy it is to customize, and your guests will keep asking for the recipe. This is the ultimate crowd-pleaser in a pitcher.

Ingredients

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1 bottle dry red wine (750 ml), such as Garnacha or Merlot
¼ to ½ cup brandy or orange liqueur
1 orange, sliced
1 lemon, sliced
1 green apple, cored and diced
½ cup strawberries, sliced
Optional: 1 peach or plum, sliced
½ cup orange juice (or pomegranate juice)
2 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
1 to 2 cups sparkling water, club soda, or lemon-lime soda
Ice (for serving)

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Instructions

Wash and prepare all fruit. Slice oranges and lemons into rounds. Core and chop apple. Slice strawberries.
In a bowl, dissolve sugar in orange juice. Pour into large pitcher with fruit.
Add brandy or orange liqueur. Stir to combine.
Pour in red wine. Stir gently.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (ideally 8 or overnight).
Just before serving, add sparkling water or soda and stir gently.
Serve over ice, garnished with a citrus slice or mint if desired.

Notes

Taste after chilling and adjust sweetness with more juice or a splash of lemon.

Use firm fruit that won’t fall apart after soaking.

Always add ice and soda just before serving to keep things fresh and fizzy.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 160