Glorious Apple Cider Sangria with Cinnamon and Orange
This Apple Cider Sangria with Cinnamon and Orange is a perfect fall cocktail. It’s warm, spiced, and full of festive flavors, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy evening.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: No-Cook Infusion
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle (750ml) dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup brandy or apple brandy
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (like Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- Ice
- Optional garnishes: cinnamon sticks, orange slices, apple slices
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, apple cider, brandy, and orange liqueur.
- Add the sliced orange, sliced apple, and cinnamon sticks to the pitcher.
- Stir in the fresh orange juice.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, stir the sangria and pour over ice.
- Garnish with extra cinnamon sticks, orange slices, or apple slices if desired.
Notes
- For a sweeter sangria, you can add a tablespoon or two of honey or maple syrup when combining the liquids.
- You can use different types of apples, such as Honeycrisp or Gala, for varied flavors.
- If you don’t have brandy, you can substitute it with a different spirit like rum or vodka.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 6 oz)
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 (will vary based on specific ingredients)
- Sugar: Varies based on cider and added sweeteners
- Sodium: Low
- Fat: Low
- Saturated Fat: Low
- Unsaturated Fat: Low
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies based on cider and added sweeteners
- Fiber: Negligible
- Protein: Negligible
- Cholesterol: 0mg
