Apple Cider Sangria Recipe

This Apple Cider Sangria is a refreshing and easy recipe, which is made with crisp apple cider and apple brandy. It’s the perfect fall cocktail, ready in about 4 hours, including chilling time.

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Apple Cider Sangria Ingredients

• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 cup apple brandy
• 1 (750 mL) bottle dry white wine, chilled
• 1 lemon
• 3 apples, thinly sliced
• 1 (12 oz.) bottle ginger ale

How To Make Apple Cider Sangria

1. Combine the base ingredients: In a large pitcher, combine the apple cider, apple brandy, the entire bottle of chilled dry white wine, and the juice of 1 lemon.
2. Add apples and chill: Add the thinly sliced apples to the pitcher and stir gently. Refrigerate the sangria for at least 4 hours, or up to 1 day, to allow the flavors to meld together.
3. Add fizz and serve: Just before serving, pour the ginger ale into the pitcher. Stir gently one last time and serve immediately over ice.

Recipe Tips

• What’s the best white wine for sangria? A dry, crisp white wine is best. Good options include Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, or an unoaked Chardonnay. Avoid anything too sweet, as the cider and brandy already add sweetness.
• Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, this is a perfect make-ahead party drink. You can mix everything except the ginger ale up to 24 hours in advance. Add the ginger ale right before serving to ensure it’s bubbly.
• Can I add other fruits or spices? Absolutely. A few cinnamon sticks, some star anise, or slices of orange and pear would be delicious, festive additions.
• How to get the most apple flavor? Use a good quality, fresh-pressed apple cider if you can find it. The flavor is much more intense and authentic than from-concentrate apple juice.

What To Serve With Apple Cider Sangria

This festive fall sangria is perfect for parties and pairs well with a variety of appetizers.

• A cheese board with sharp cheddar, brie, and goat cheese
• Salty appetizers like prosciutto-wrapped melon or a charcuterie board
• Warm baked brie with crackers
• Spiced nuts or olives

How To Store Apple Cider Sangria

• Refrigerate: Store leftover sangria in a covered pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Note that the apples may soften and the ginger ale will lose its fizz over time.

Apple Cider Sangria Nutrition Facts

• Serving Size: 1 glass
• Calories: 220 kcal
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 0.5g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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