Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy
Red wine, brandy and simple syrup over thin orange, lemon and apple rounds, chilled for 2 hours and topped with club soda just before serving.
Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy
Course: DrinksDifficulty: Easy6
servings15
minutes2
hoursRed wine, brandy and simple syrup over thin orange, lemon and apple rounds, chilled for 2 hours and topped with club soda just before serving.
Ingredients
750 ml red wine
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 cup simple syrup
1 orange, sliced into thin rounds
1 lemon, sliced into thin rounds
1 apple, thinly sliced
1 cup club soda
4 cups ice, for the glasses
6 orange half wheels, for garnish
1 apple, cut into fans, for garnish
6 cinnamon sticks, for garnish, optional
Directions
- Wash the orange, lemon and apple.
- Slice them into thin rounds or wedges.
- Place the fruit slices into a large wide-mouth glass pitcher.
- Add the brandy and simple syrup and stir to mix the flavors.
- Pour in the red wine and stir again to combine evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the fruit to infuse.
- Just before serving, add the club soda and ice to the pitcher.
- Stir gently.
- Pour into glasses with some of the fruit.
- Garnish with an orange half wheel, an apple fan and a cinnamon stick if you like.
Notes
- For a version without alcohol, use dark grape juice for the wine and orange juice for the brandy. The sangria keeps covered in the fridge for about 3 days without the club soda. Cut the lemon thin, because a thick rind can turn it bitter. Add warm spices only if you want a fall version.
The classic version
Thin rounds of orange, lemon and apple give a clear fruit flavor. Brandy deepens the red wine, and a quarter cup of simple syrup lightly sweetens it without turning it syrupy.
Club soda goes in just before serving, so the drink stays lively.
Swaps and mistakes
Rum or bourbon can stand in for brandy. Honey syrup works in place of simple syrup. Add berries if you want more color.
Cut the lemon thin. A thick rind turns the pitcher bitter, and a long soak makes it worse.
Serving
Serve over ice with tapas, olives or grilled chicken. For a fall version, add warm spices.
Keep it covered in the fridge, minus the soda.
Ways to adjust it
If the sangria tastes too tart, add a spoonful of simple syrup and stir. If it is too sweet, add more club soda to the glass. Do not leave the fruit in past a day. After that, the orange rinds start to give a bitter taste, and the apple slices go soft and gray in the pitcher.
Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy at a glance
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 6 servings
- Ingredients: 11, led by ml red wine, brandy, simple syrup, orange
Tips for Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy
For a version without alcohol, use dark grape juice for the wine and orange juice for the brandy. The sangria keeps covered in the fridge for about 3 days without the club soda. Cut the lemon thin, because a thick rind can turn it bitter. Add warm spices only if you want a fall version.
Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy FAQ
How many people does Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy serve?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What do I need to make Classic Red Sangria with Apple and Brandy?
11 ingredients, led by ml red wine, brandy, simple syrup, orange. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
Part of: 25 Easy Fall Sangria Recipes for Thanksgiving and Cozy Nights
