Best 4 Winter Sangria Recipes

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As the weather outside turns colder, there's nothing quite like a warm and comforting drink to chase away the chill. And when it comes to winter drinks, few are as festive and delicious as sangria. This classic Spanish wine punch is perfect for any holiday gathering, and it's easy to make with a few simple ingredients. With its blend of red wine, fruit, spices, and a splash of brandy, sangria is sure to warm your heart and soul. But not all sangria recipes are created equal. To help you find the best recipe for your next winter soirée, we've compiled a list of our top picks.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SANGRIA WITH WINTER CITRUS



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     beverage

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 green apple, cored and diced
1 ruby grapefruit, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 blood or regular orange, thinly sliced
1 Bosc pear, cored and diced
Juice of 2 lemons
Three 750ml bottles medium-bodied red wine, such as malbec, rioja or sangiovese
1 cup grappa
1/2 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup simple syrup
4 cups chilled club soda

Steps:

  • Begin by macerating the fruit. Add half of the apples, grapefruit, lemon, blood orange and pears to a large pitcher and squeeze the lemon juice on top. Muddle the fruit using a wooden spoon. Add the remaining half of the fruits. Pour over the red wine, grappa, orange liqueur and stir. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 2 hours, or overnight if time allows. Add the orange juice and simple syrup, and then top off with the chilled club soda before serving.

WINTER WHITE SANGRIA



Winter White Sangria image

An easy and inexpensive twist on sangria that is sure to please! My friends ask me to bring this to parties and it's easy to double the recipe or add more fruit as needed.

Provided by sarahave

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Sangria Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry white wine
¼ cup brandy
¼ cup white sugar
ice
4 slices lime
4 slices lemon
4 slices green apples
1 bunch green grapes
1 cup club soda

Steps:

  • Combine white wine, brandy, and sugar in a large pitcher, then stir in ice. Continue stirring until the sugar is dissolved, then add the lime, lemon, apples, and grapes. Stir in the club soda.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 7.3 mg, Sugar 18.6 g

WINTER FRUIT SANGRIA



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Sangria comes out of winter hibernation in this easy-to-make holiday punch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brandy
1/2 cup sugar
1 orange, ends cut off, thinly sliced
1 apple, halved and thinly sliced
2 bottles well-chilled dry red wine, such as Rioja or red Zinfandel
1 cup club soda
3/4 cup fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, stir together brandy, sugar, and orange and apple slices. Let stand 15 minutes. Add wine, club soda, and orange juice. Serve over ice.

WINTER SANGRIA



Winter Sangria image

Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     beverage

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings (about 3 liters)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups no-pulp orange juice
3 to 6 ounces orange liqueur
2 tablespoons honey
1 cinnamon stick
2 blood oranges or clementines, supremed
1 Granny Smith apple (or other tart apple), cored and chopped into 1/4-inch cubes
1 Anjou (red) pear, peeled, cored and chopped into 1/4-inch cubes
2 liters sweet sparkling red wine, chilled (recommended: Rosa Regale)
1 liter lemon lime soda, chilled

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher or punch bowl, whisk together orange juice, orange liqueur and honey. Add cinnamon stick, blood oranges, apple and pears, stir to combine. Set aside at room temperature to macerate, at least 1 hour, until ready to serve. Add wine and soda, stir gently to combine, and serve immediately over ice.

Tips:

  • Choose the right wine: A good red wine is the base of a great sangria. Look for a fruity, medium-bodied wine with low tannins, such as a Tempranillo, Garnacha, or Zinfandel.
  • Use fresh fruit: The fresher the fruit, the better your sangria will taste. When choosing fruit, look for ripe, in-season fruit that is free of blemishes.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make sangria. Feel free to experiment with different fruits, spices, and liqueurs to create your own unique recipe.
  • Make sangria ahead of time: Sangria is a great make-ahead drink. It can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it a great option for parties or potlucks.
  • Serve sangria chilled: Sangria is best served chilled. Serve it over ice or in a chilled glass.

Conclusion:

Sangria is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. With its vibrant colors and fruity flavors, sangria is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a refreshing drink to enjoy, give sangria a try.

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