Description
Ina Garten’s Autumn Sangria sparkles with seasonal charm, blending crisp apple cider, warm spices, and bold red wine into a festive cocktail. Guests will savor this elegant drink that perfectly captures fall’s rich flavors and inviting spirit.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (750 milliliters / 25.4 fluid ounces) bottle of Pinot Noir or Tempranillo
- 2 cups apple cider
- ½ cup brandy or Grand Marnier
- 3 apples, sliced or diced
Spices and Sweeteners:
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, if needed
Rim Garnish:
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 orange wedge
Instructions
- In a spacious pitcher, blend the wine, brandy, cider, and maple syrup (optional) until ingredients are thoroughly integrated, creating a harmonious base for the beverage.
- Gently fold the sliced apples and cinnamon stick into the liquid mixture, ensuring even distribution of flavors.
- Refrigerate the prepared blend for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the ingredients to macerate and develop a rich, complex taste profile. Longer chilling time will enhance the overall flavor intensity.
- Before serving, conduct a taste test to assess the beverage’s balance. If the mixture appears overly concentrated or sweet, dilute with approximately of water or sparkling water to achieve the desired palatability.
- For optimal serving, consider presenting the drink over ice cubes, which will further refine the sweetness and potency, creating a refreshing and well-balanced beverage experience.
Notes
- Opt for robust red wines with fruity undertones that complement the citrus and spice elements.
- Macerate fresh fruits overnight to intensify their natural sweetness and release deeper flavor profiles.
- Prepare sangria a day ahead to allow complex flavor development and smoother blend of ingredients.
- Experiment with seasonal fruit variations like peaches in summer or pomegranate seeds in winter for unique twists.
- Consider non-alcoholic alternatives using grape juice or sparkling water for inclusive gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg