Winter Sangria
This seasonal sangria combines red wine, cranberry juice, and brandy with fresh fruit and warming spices — a beautiful, crowd-pleasing drink for holiday gatherings.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 bottle red wine
1 cup cranberry juice
1/2 cup brandy
1/4 cup orange liqueur
1 each red apple, thinly sliced
1 each orange, thinly sliced
1 cup pomegranate seeds
1 stick cinnamon
2 each star anise
1 bottle sparkling water
Directions
- In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, cranberry juice, brandy, and orange liqueur. Stir gently to mix well.
- Add the sliced apple, sliced orange, and pomegranate seeds into the mixture, ensuring the fruit is well distributed.
- Immerse the cinnamon stick and star anise into the pitcher for the added flavor and aroma.
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least two hours to let the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Before serving, add the sparkling water into the pitcher and give it a gentle stir to combine.
- Serve the sangria in glasses with a few pieces of the soaked fruit, and garnish with additional fresh pomegranate seeds.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 200kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
Thirsty Thursday is serving up something vibrant, fruity, and perfectly festive. Winter Sangria takes the classic Spanish favorite and gives it a seasonal makeover with cranberry juice, warming spices, and jewel-toned pomegranate seeds. It’s a stunning pitcher cocktail that’s as beautiful as it is delicious — ideal for holiday parties, potlucks, or any gathering where you want to impress with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
