The Very Best Sangria
Elevate your next gathering with *The Very Best Sangria*, a vibrant and refreshing fruit-filled cocktail that’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. This easy-to-make recipe features a dry red wine as its base—think Tempranillo or Garnacha—enriched with smooth brandy and a splash of freshly squeezed orange juice for a citrusy kick. The addition of ripe, colorful fruits like oranges, lemons, limes, crisp apples, and sweet strawberries not only adds bursts of flavor but also creates a striking presentation. Naturally sweetened with simple syrup and chilled to perfection with ice cubes, this sangria can be tailored to your taste with a bubbly twist of sparkling water just before serving. Perfect for summer parties or cozy dinners, this make-ahead cocktail gains complexity as the flavors meld together overnight. Delight your guests with this show-stopping sangria that captures the essence of celebration in every sip.
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Ingredients
- 750 ml Red wine (dry, such as Tempranillo or Garnacha)
- 120 ml Brandy
- 240 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tablespoons Simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 large Orange
- 1 small Lemon
- 1 small Lime
- 1 medium Apple (crisp variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 150 grams Fresh strawberries
- 240 ml Sparkling water (or club soda, optional)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Start by washing all the fruits thoroughly.
Step 2
2. Slice the orange, lemon, and lime into thin, round slices, leaving the skin on. Remove any seeds.
Step 3
3. Core the apple and cut it into thin wedges; keep the peel for added color and texture.
Step 4
4. Hull the strawberries and slice them in half.
Step 5
5. In a large pitcher or bowl, combine the sliced orange, lemon, lime, apple wedges, and strawberries.
Step 6
6. Pour the red wine, brandy, and orange juice over the fruits in the pitcher.
Step 7
7. Add the simple syrup and stir gently to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Step 8
8. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 9
9. When ready to serve, add ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the sangria further.
Step 10
10. If you prefer a bubbly sangria, top each glass with a splash of sparkling water or club soda right before serving.
Step 11
11. To serve, use a ladle to pour the sangria into glasses, ensuring some fruit makes it into each glass for a visually stunning presentation.
Step 12
12. Enjoy your perfectly chilled and flavorful sangria!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2473.1 grams (2473.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1350 |
| Total Fat 1.70g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.20g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 51mg | 2% |
| Total Carbohydrate 134.40g | 49% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.60g | 52% |
| Total Sugars 91.00g | |
| Protein 6.00g | 12% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 207mg | 16% |
| Iron 5mg | 27% |
| Potassium 2311mg | 49% |
Source of Calories