Cranberry Sangria
Cool, crisp, and bursting with festive flavors, this Cranberry Sangria is the ultimate holiday cocktail. Combining a rich dry red wine with tart cranberry juice, freshly squeezed orange juice, and a splash of zesty triple sec, this refreshing beverage is perfectly balanced and endlessly drinkable. Seasonal garnishes like fresh cranberries, orange slices, lime rounds, and crisp apple slices infuse the sangria with vibrant colors and an irresistible fruity aroma. Sweeten it to your liking with a touch of sugar or honey, and top with sparkling water for a lively finish. Ready in just 15 minutes (plus chill time), this crowd-pleaser is a must-have for gatherings, perfect for sipping over ice at holiday parties or cozy evenings by the fire. Whether you’re celebrating Thanksgiving or toasting to the New Year, this Cranberry Sangria guarantees to make any occasion merrier.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 ml Red wine (dry or semi-dry)
- 500 ml Cranberry juice (unsweetened)
- 250 ml Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 120 ml Triple sec (orange liqueur)
- 250 ml Sparkling water (optional, for topping)
- 100 g Fresh cranberries (for garnish)
- 1 whole Orange (sliced into rounds)
- 1 whole Lime (sliced into rounds)
- 1 whole Apple (sliced thinly)
- 2 tbsp Sugar or honey (optional, to taste)
- 500 g Ice cubes
Instructions
In a large pitcher or mixing bowl, combine the red wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, and triple sec.
If desired, stir in sugar or honey to sweeten the sangria to your taste. Mix until fully dissolved.
Add the fresh cranberries, orange slices, lime slices, and apple slices. Stir gently to combine and allow the flavors to meld.
Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to overnight) to allow the flavors to fully infuse.
When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the sangria into each glass, leaving room at the top.
Optional: Top each glass with a splash of sparkling water for a fizzy finish.
Garnish with additional cranberries or a slice of orange, if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 238.5 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.9 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2445 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
