Best 3 Holiday Sangria Recipes

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Indulge in the spirit of festivity with this exquisite collection of holiday sangria recipes, promising a delightful symphony of flavors to elevate your celebrations. From the classic red sangria bursting with juicy berries to the refreshing white sangria infused with citrusy goodness, each recipe offers a unique twist on this timeless holiday beverage. Embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind these tantalizing concoctions, ensuring your holiday gatherings sparkle with joy and merriment. Let's raise our glasses and toast to the magic of the season, one sip at a time!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOLIDAY SANGRIA



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Holiday red sangria with brandy and cloves.

Provided by Steve Burnett

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Sangria Recipes

Time 8h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (750 milliliter) bottle Rioja red wine
¼ cup brandy
3 (1.5 fluid ounce) jiggers orange-flavored liqueur (such as Cointreau®)
1 large orange
1 large grapefruit
1 large lemon
1 clove pomander
ice cubes
1 ½ cups lemon seltzer water
2 limes, sliced

Steps:

  • Pour Rioja into a large pitcher. Add brandy and orange liqueur. Cut orange, grapefruit, and lemon into wedges. Squeeze juice into the pitcher. Toss in fruit with rinds. Refrigerate until flavors combine, 8 hours to overnight.
  • Add pomander to the sangria several hours before serving.
  • Strain liquid into chilled glasses of ice. Top with a splash of seltzer. Garnish with lime slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.5 calories, Carbohydrate 33.6 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 1.1 g, Sodium 7.5 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

SANGRIA! SANGRIA!



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The BEST sangria recipe I've been able to hone to perfection! If you like a sweeter Sangria, use ginger ale in place of club soda.

Provided by HJACOBY

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Spanish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ cup brandy
¼ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup frozen lemonade concentrate
⅓ cup orange juice
1 (750 milliliter) bottle dry red wine
½ cup triple sec
1 lemon, sliced into rounds
1 orange, sliced into rounds
1 lime, sliced into rounds
¼ cup white sugar
8 maraschino cherries
2 cups carbonated water

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher or bowl, mix together the brandy, lemon juice, lemonade concentrate, orange juice, red wine, triple sec, and sugar. Float slices of lemon, orange and lime, and maraschino cherries in the mixture. Refrigerate overnight for best flavor. For a fizzy sangria, add club soda just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.3 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 7.5 mg, Sugar 18.5 g

HOLIDAY SANGRIA



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 6h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
1 cup cranberries, fresh or frozen and thawed
2 bottles fruity red wine
1/2 cup orange-flavored liqueur, such as Cointreau
1 Gala apple, cored and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish
1 slightly under-ripe Bartlett pear, cored and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish
1 small orange, halved and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish
1 small orange, halved and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish
1 tangerine, halved and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish
1 tangerine, halved and thinly sliced, a few slices reserved for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar with 1 cup water in small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until the sugar has dissolved, 2 minutes. Remove from the heat, add the cinnamon sticks and let cool to room temperature.
  • Put the cranberries in a bowl and add the simple syrup along with the cinnamon sticks. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours. Strain, discarding the cranberries and cinnamon sticks.
  • Combine the wine, liqueur, and the apple, pear, orange and tangerine slices in a container with a tight fitting lid. Sweeten to taste with cranberry-cinnamon syrup. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours and up to 24 hours before serving. Garnish with fruit slices and serve.

Tips:

  • Choose the right wine: Use a fruity, flavorful wine that you enjoy drinking on its own. Avoid wines that are too tannic or acidic.
  • Use fresh fruit: Fresh fruit adds the best flavor to sangria. Choose a variety of fruits that are in season and that complement each other well.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment: There are endless possibilities when it comes to making sangria. Try different combinations of fruits, juices, and spices to create your own unique recipe.
  • Make sure to chill your sangria before serving: Sangria is best served cold and refreshing.
  • Garnish your sangria with fresh fruit or herbs: This will make it look more festive and appealing.

Conclusion:

Sangria is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With so many different recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a sangria that everyone will enjoy.

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