Red Sangria
Flavorful sangria is a mix of wine, fruit, spices, sweetener and a never-ending number of possible add-ins. So easy whip up and make-ahead friendly. Plus, no need for the mixing bowls and glasses, you can make red sangria directly in the pitcher.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 137.2kcal
Ingredients
- 1 750ml bottle of Rioja red wine (see headnotes for other Spanish red wine options)
- 2 navel oranges, sliced in ½-inch rounds
- 2 lemons, sliced in ¼-inch rounds
- 1 tart apple, such as Pink Lady or Granny Smith, sliced thin
- ½ cup brandy
- ¼ cup simple syrup, optional
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise pods, whole
- additional sliced fruits for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, place the oranges, lemons, and apples in the bottom. Pour the brandy and red wine over the fruit.
- Stir in the simple syrup if using.
- Add in the cinnamon sticks and star anise, and give everything one more stir.
- Let the mixture sit, refrigerated, overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
- When ready to serve, pour Sangria into glasses and garnish with additional oranges and apple slices. Salud!
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Nutrition
Calories: 137.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 24.8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 178.7mg | Fiber: 3.4g | Sugar: 18.3g | Vitamin A: 144IU | Vitamin C: 48.2mg | Calcium: 46.9mg | Iron: 1mg