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Red Sangria

A refreshing Spanish wine punch made with red wine, citrus fruits, berries, and orange juice. Perfect for entertaining, this fruity sangria is chilled to enhance flavor before serving over ice.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: beverage
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Granny Smith or other green apple cored and chopped
  • 1 orange thinly sliced, then sliced into quarters
  • 1 lemon or lime thinly sliced
  • cup raspberries or sliced strawberries
  • 1 750 mL bottle Tempranillo, Garnacha, or Rioja wine
  • ½ cup orange juice
  • ¼ to ½ cup Cointreau Grand Marnier, or brandy
  • Ice for serving

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring cup
  • Stirring spoon
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. Place the chopped apple, sliced orange, lemon or lime, and raspberries into a large pitcher.
  2. Pour the red wine, orange juice, and Cointreau (or preferred liqueur) into the pitcher with the fruit.
  3. Stir the mixture gently to combine all ingredients.
  4. Cover and chill the sangria overnight in the refrigerator. For deeper fruit flavor, it can be chilled for up to 24 hours.
  5. When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice.
  6. Pour the chilled sangria over the ice and serve immediately.