Description
A festive and fruity Christmas Sangria combining rich red wine, tart cranberry and orange juices, and a blend of brandy and Chambord for a holiday-ready punch. Infused with cinnamon sticks and garnished with fresh rosemary, this chilled sangria is perfect for seasonal celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquids
- 750 ml Merlot or red wine of choice
- 2 1/2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/2 cup simple syrup
- 1/2 cup blackberry brandy
- 1/2 cup Chambord
- 2 cups lemon-lime soda
Fruits and Garnishes
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 1 cup cranberries
- 6 cinnamon sticks
- rosemary sprigs, for garnish
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Combine the Merlot or red wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, simple syrup, blackberry brandy, Chambord, sliced oranges, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks in a large pitcher. Stir gently to mix all the flavors.
- Chill: Place the pitcher in the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add Soda and Serve: Just before serving, add ice and pour in the lemon-lime soda to give the sangria a light fizz. Stir gently to combine.
- Garnish: Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh rosemary for a festive and aromatic presentation.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute red wine and brandy with grape juice and blackberry syrup respectively.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup to your taste.
- Letting the sangria chill overnight enhances the depth of the flavors.
- Use fresh cranberries and rosemary for the best taste and aroma.
- Serve chilled for a refreshing experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
