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Apple Cider Sangria

Cozy Up with Delightful Apple Cider Sangria This Fall

This Apple Cider Sangria combines apple cider, white wine, and spices for a refreshing fall drink.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 750 ml White Wine Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc preferred.
  • 2 cups Fresh Apple Cider Opt for unfiltered cider for the best taste.
  • ½ cup Brandy Can be replaced with apple brandy, rum, or omitted.
For the Fruit
  • 2 medium Apples Thinly sliced; use tart or sweet varieties.
  • 1 medium Orange Thinly sliced; swap with other citrus fruits.
For the Spice & Sweetness
  • 3 sticks Cinnamon Sticks Fresh or dried can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Maple Syrup or Honey Adjust sweetness to taste.
For the Fizzy Finish
  • 1 cup Club Soda or Ginger Ale Sparkling water is a zero-calorie substitute.
  • Ice Cubes Essential for keeping the drink chilled.

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring Cups

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Apple Cider Sangria
  1. In a large pitcher, pour in 750 ml of crisp white wine, followed by 2 cups of fresh apple cider, and ½ cup of brandy. Stir gently with a wooden spoon.
  2. Next, incorporate the sliced apples and orange into the pitcher along with 3 cinnamon sticks.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of maple syrup or honey, ensuring it dissolves completely.
  4. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate the sangria for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight.
  5. Gently stir in 1 cup of club soda or ginger ale right before serving.
  6. Fill glasses with ice cubes to keep the sangria extra chilled.
  7. Pour the sangria into each glass, including some of the floating fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 0.5gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Prep in advance for best flavor. This drink can be adjusted to non-alcoholic by using sparkling cider instead of wine and brandy.

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