Easy Red Wine Sangria with Variations
This is a super easy, yet delicious red wine sangria. And you can customize it with whatever fruit is in season,
See the red wine sangria variations at the bottom of the post:) Let me know if you try it!
xx, L
A couple more notes:
It’s best to make it at least 4 hours ahead-of time but it’s even better if left over night.
Don’t add ice until ready to serve.
You don’t need expensive wine for a sangria. An under $20. table wine is just fine.
When serving the sangria, be sure to get some of the macerated fruit in each glass, it’s delish!
I serve this in any type glass I’m feeling at the time! No rules here;)
Easy Red Wine Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 750ml bottle of red wine
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup orange liquor
- 1 apple, pear or peach, sliced
- 2 oranges, one sliced and one juiced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- Berries (optional)
- optional: simple syrup, maple syrup or honey to sweeten
- optional: sparkling water
- garnish with extra orange slices or herbs
Instructions
- Slice the fruit and lemon. Add hem into the pitcher along with the orange juice.
- Pour the wine, brandy, orange liquor and any sweetener into the pitcher. Add the sweetener slowly, and add to taste.
- Then stir. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight.
- Serve this in individual glasses over ice. Then top with sparkling water if desired for a lighter alcohol cocktail!
Easy Red Wine Sangria Variations:
Switch up the wines: Red wine is classic, but if you’re a fan of white wine or moscato, either of those options work great.
Use any seasonal fruits: Think strawberries in the spring, pomegranate and cinnamon sticks during the holidays with a sprig of rosemary, in the fall think apples and pears. So much fun!
Add in herbs: Mix in mint, a cinnamon stick or sprigs of rosemary. This will add even more flavor and aroma to your sangria.