Best 2 Sparkling Red Wine Cocktails Recipes

SPARKLING RED-WINE COCKTAILS

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These refreshing cocktails start with sparkling wine and include a little cinnamon.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
5 1/2 cups Lambrusco or other sparkling red wine
24 ounces sparkling orange beverage
4 ounces Bourbon or other American whiskey
Orange wedge and slices
Ice

Steps:

Mix together sugar and cinnamon and spread on a small plate. In a large pitcher, combine red wine, orange beverage, and Bourbon. Rub an orange wedge around rims of 8 rocks glasses, then dip glasses in cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat. Fill with ice, add cocktail mixture, and serve with orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 g

SPARKLING RED WINE SANGRIA

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Sangria is a Spanish drink of wine mixed with fruit juice, Sherry or brandy, cut fruit and spices. It's best to mix this up and let it sit for an hour or more before serving so all the flavors of the fruit and wine blend together. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 bottle (750 milliliters) dry red wine
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange liqueur
1/2 cup brandy
3 cups lemon-lime soda
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
1 cup fresh raspberries
1 large navel orange, sliced

Steps:

In a pitcher, stir wine, sugar, orange liqueur and brandy until sugar dissolves. Stir in soda, strawberries, blueberries raspberries and orange. Chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 18mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (61g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips

Use a good quality sparkling red wine. This will make a big difference in the taste of your cocktail.
Add some fruit to your cocktail. This will give it a refreshing and flavorful twist.
Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. There are endless possibilities when it comes to sparkling red wine cocktails.
Garnish your cocktail with a twist of lemon or orange peel. This will add a touch of elegance and sophistication.

Conclusion

Sparkling red wine cocktails are a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy your favorite wine. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a formal event. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you will love. So next time you are looking for a unique and flavorful cocktail, give sparkling red wine a try. You won't be disappointed.