Description

This fall sangria brings together everything you love about the season—crisp apples, juicy pears, cinnamon, cider, and your favorite wine. It’s easy to make, stunning to serve, and gets better the longer it sits. Whether you’re hosting a Friendsgiving, planning a fall brunch, or just enjoying a cozy night in, this sangria delivers warm, bold, and fruity flavors that feel like a hug in a glass. It’s festive, flexible, and totally crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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1 bottle of dry red or white wine (750ml)
1 ½ cups apple cider
½ cup brandy (or bourbon)
1 apple, thinly sliced
1 pear, thinly sliced
1 orange, sliced
2 cinnamon sticks
4-6 whole cloves
1–2 tablespoons maple syrup (optional, to taste)
Club soda or ginger beer, for topping (optional)

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Instructions

Slice the apple, pear, and orange into thin, even pieces.
In a large pitcher, add all the sliced fruit, cinnamon sticks, and cloves.
Pour in the wine, apple cider, and brandy. Stir gently to combine.
Add maple syrup if you want a touch of extra sweetness.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
Before serving, stir well and pour into glasses filled with ice.
Top each glass with a splash of club soda or ginger beer if desired.
Garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice. Serve chilled.

Notes

The longer the sangria sits, the deeper the flavor. Overnight is best.
For a lighter version, use white wine and skip the maple syrup.
Try adding pomegranate seeds or frozen cranberries for extra color.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days (remove fruit after Day 1 for best flavor).

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

Nutrition

Serving Size: 8
Calories: 160
Sugar: 9g
Sodium: 7mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg