Description
This Classic Red Sangria is a timeless fruity and refreshing drink. Perfect for summer parties, family gatherings, or any festive occasion, it combines red wine, brandy, citrus, and fresh fruit.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine (such as Rioja or Merlot)
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 1/4 cup sugar (optional)
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, thinly sliced
- 1 apple, diced
- 1–2 cups sparkling water or soda
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, mix red wine, brandy, orange liqueur, and sugar until sugar dissolves.
- Add the sliced orange, lemon, lime, and diced apple. Stir gently.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Before serving, top with sparkling water or soda.
- Serve chilled over ice with fruit slices.
Notes
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar or using a sweeter soda. Optional: add berries or peaches for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: classic red sangria, red wine sangria, party drink, summer beverage, fruity sangria