If you're looking for the perfect holiday drink to impress your guests, look no further than this delicious sangria recipe. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or just looking for a festive drink to enjoy at home, this sangria is sure to be a hit. With a combination of red wine, brandy, and seasonal fruits, this sangria is the perfect blend of flavors to ring in the holiday season.
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The Perfect Holiday Sangria Recipe
Ingredients:
1 bottle of red wine
1/2 cup brandy
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup cranberry juice
1/4 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
1 orange, thinly sliced
1 apple, cored and thinly sliced
1 cup fresh cranberries
Splash of club soda
Instructions:
In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, honey, cranberry juice, orange juice, and cinnamon stick. Stir until well combined.
Add in the thinly sliced orange and apple, as well as the fresh cranberries. Stir gently to incorporate the fruit into the sangria mixture.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, add a splash of club soda to give the sangria some fizz.
Pour the sangria into glasses filled with ice and enjoy!
Tips for Making the Best Holiday Sangria:
Use a good quality red wine as the base for your sangria. A bold and fruity wine, such as a merlot or zinfandel, will work best.
If you don't have brandy on hand, you can substitute it with apple cider for a slightly sweeter sangria.
For a more intense cinnamon flavor, you can add a sprinkle of ground cinnamon to the sangria mixture.
Feel free to adjust the amount of honey used in the recipe to suit your taste preferences. You can also substitute it with agave nectar for a healthier option.
If you can't find fresh cranberries, you can use frozen cranberries instead, or omit them altogether.
Now that you have the perfect holiday sangria recipe, it's time to impress your guests with this delicious and festive drink. Serve it alongside your favorite holiday dishes or enjoy it on its own as a refreshing and flavorful holiday treat. Cheers to a happy and delicious holiday season!