Description
This Easy Italian Sangria is a simple and refreshing cocktail with just six ingredients. Perfect for casual gatherings, it combines red wine, citrus, brandy, and a touch of sweetness for a bright, fruity drink.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine (Chianti or Merlot)
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (optional)
- 1 orange, thinly sliced
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp sugar or honey (optional)
- Ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine red wine, brandy, orange liqueur (if using), and sugar or honey. Stir until dissolved.
- Add orange and lemon slices.
- Refrigerate for at least 1–2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve over ice and garnish with extra citrus slices if desired.
Notes
This is a minimalist Italian-style sangria. You can add a splash of sparkling water for fizz or a few fresh berries for extra color and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 7mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: italian sangria, easy sangria, 6 ingredient sangria, red wine cocktail, simple sangria, fruity drink