Most Popular Sangria Recipes
I have a few sangria recipes that are some of my most popular recipes. You will love them! The perfect cocktail for celebrating just about anything in the summer is this great Red Sangria recipe. Sangria is the natural fit for a party because it is meant to be made before and brought out right as guests arrive. This simple recipe for red sangria requires only about 10 minutes of hands on time for cutting up an orange and an apple and mixing a few things together. Not overly sweet, and with just the right amount of wine and brandy, this simple sangria recipe is going to become a staple for all your summer get togethers.
Red Wine: Read my recommendations below. Brandy: The flavors in brandy pair really naturally with red wine. If you are looking to use a different liquor, you might want to consider dark rum. Cointreau: Adds a subtle sweet orange flavor with a little bit of alcohol. It is the fancier version of Triple Sec, and both can be used. Orange Juice: This both stretches the sangria out and sweetens it a little while adding some great orange flavor. Fruit: We are using oranges, apples, and raspberries in this recipe. There are lots of great fruit that you could add though, see some of my recommendations below. Consider adding the berries at the end, as they will hold their shape better that way.
After you mix everything together, you will want to let it sit for a few hours in the refrigerator. I like making this recipe the night before so it can sit overnight. I like to put out a bottle of lemon lime soda with the sangria. Adding just a small splash to the top of my glass takes this from a great recipe to a fantastic one. It adds just the perfect balance to the drink.
Blueberries Peaches Apricots Strawberries Blackberries Pears
Traditionally, sangria, being a recipe of Spanish origin is made with a Spanish red wine, such as a Garancha (or Grenache) or a Rioja. I love using Cabernet Sauvignon in this wine because it is so easy to find and I often have a bottle on hand. Cabernet Sauvignon is known for it’s subtle fruity taste, which lends itself perfectly to sangria. It is not overly dry, which also makes it perfect for this slightly sweet fruity sangria. What is most important is that you pick a red wine that you love on it’s own. That way you will really love it in this sangria recipe.
Red Sangria Recipes
Cinnamon Whiskey Sangria Cinnamon Sangria Cranberry Orange Sangria
White Sangria Recipes
Cherry Sangria Sunset Sangria Apple Pie Sangria Mojito Sangria Peach Sangria
This Pina Colada Sangria is only three ingredients and everyone loves it! My Tropical Margarita Sangria is a combination of two favorite cocktails. This Caramel Apple Sangria goes nuts every fall, but I love it all year round!
If you make this red wine sangria recipe or any of my other recipes, leave me a comment and let me know what you think! I love hearing from you.
