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Apple Cider Sangria

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 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Cocktail
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8
Calories: 136kcal
Author: Ebony Robinson

Equipment

Ingredients

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

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 0.4mg