Apple Cider Sangria

5 from 6 votes

This Apple Cider Sangria blends fresh apple cider, crisp white wine, and a splash of apricot brandy for a cozy, fruit-forward fall cocktail that’s perfect for entertaining. Finished with ginger beer and cinnamon sticks, it’s a refreshing drink, perfect for fall.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Cocktail

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 136kcal

Author: Ebony Robinson

Ingredients

2 ½ cups Apple cider
1 ¼ cups Dry white wine
½ cup Apricot brandy
3 ½ tbsp Triple sec
1 ¼ cups Ginger beer
1 Large apple cubed
1 Orange cubed
2 Cinnamon sticks

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Instructions

Wash and cut apples and oranges into cubes so they can easily pour into glasses. Add sliced apples, oranges, and cinnamon sticks to a large pitcher.
To the pitcher, pour in apple cider, white wine, apricot brandy, and triple sec. Stir gently to combine.
Cover and refrigerate for 1–2 hours (or up to 24 hours for a stronger flavor). Just before serving, add ginger beer, stir lightly, pour into glass and enjoy! Garnish with apple slices, rosemary, or star anise.

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Notes

Best Flavor: This sangria tastes even better after chilling for a few hours, allowing the fruit and spices to infuse into the wine.
Wine Selection: A crisp white wine like Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or Chardonnay works beautifully in this recipe.
Fruit Variations: Apples, oranges, pears, cranberries, and pomegranate seeds all make great additions to apple cider sangria.
Adjusting Sweetness: Add more apple cider for a sweeter sangria or extra sparkling water for a lighter finish.
Serving Suggestion: Serve chilled over ice and garnish with cinnamon sticks or fresh apple slices for a festive presentation.
Storage: Store leftover sangria covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for the freshest flavor. If longer than 24 hours, please remove any orange peels.
Make Ahead Tip: Prepare the sangria several hours ahead of time and add sparkling ingredients right before serving to keep them bubbly.
Batch Cocktail Tip: This recipe is perfect for holiday gatherings, fall parties, and entertaining larger groups.

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