Apple Cider Sangria Recipe
apple cider sangria
Sangria isn't just for summer. No Siree. With the addition of spiced cider, this fruity sangria is the perfect fireside cocktail.
apple cider sangria
serves 6
ingredients
Spiced Apple Cider- 2 cups apple cider
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 2 orange, sliced
- 1 (750mL) bottle Spanish red wine (such as Garnacha or Tempranillo) or bottle of Zinfande
- 12 cups spiced apple cider (recipe above)
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup brandy
- Orange slices, for garnish
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
directions
- For the spiced cider, mix all ingredients together in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Once comes to a simmer, remove from heat and cool completely. Once cool, strain using a mesh sieve.
- For the sangria, in a large pitcher, combine all ingredients. Garnish with orange slices and cinnamon sticks. Serve over ice.
“I’ll squeeze the cider out of your Adam’s apple.”
