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Red Apple Sangria
Sangria is a fabulous make-ahead option that feels like a celebration in a glass! This recipe can easily be doubled (or even tripled) for larger celebrations—it's very pretty in a standing beverage server
Ingredients
- 1 750-ml bottle medium-bodied California red wine, such as Pinot Noir or Grenache
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 apples, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 3 cinnamon sticks
For Serving
- Maple syrup to sweeten, optional
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Orange wedgeApple slices, orange slices and cinnamon sticks for serving
Instructions
- Add the wine, cider, juice, apple slices, orange slices and cinnamon sticks to a large pitcher and stir to combine.
- Taste and add 2-3 tablespoons of maple syrup to sweeten if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 5 hours.
- When ready to serve, add the brown sugar to a small plate. Rim each glass with the orange wedge and dip it in the brown sugar to coat.
- Fill glasses with ice and fill with sangria. Top with fresh apple and orange slices and a cinnamon stick for garnish.