Best 5 Sangria With Winter Citrus Recipes

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Indulge in the vibrant flavors of winter citrus with our refreshing sangria recipes. From classic red wine sangria to sparkling white wine sangria, our collection offers a delightful variety for every taste. With the addition of seasonal citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits, and lemons, these sangrias burst with a medley of sweet, tangy, and zesty notes. Discover the perfect sangria to complement your holiday gatherings, brunches, or simply a relaxing evening at home. These recipes are easy to follow and customizable to your liking, making them ideal for both experienced mixologists and those new to the art of crafting cocktails. Cheers to the joyous flavors of winter citrus sangria!

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

WINTER CITRUS SANGRIA



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Toast to the holidays with this tangy Winter Citrus Sangria. This fruity, festive mocktail is a beloved beverage for both children and adults alike. Serve Winter Citrus Sangria at all your get-togethers!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Yield 10 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 qt. (4 cups) cold water
3 pkt. (0.31 oz. each) CRYSTAL LIGHT PURE Raspberry Lemonade Flavor Drink Mix
2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
2 each lemons and navel oranges, divided
1 bottle (750 mL) sparkling grape juice

Steps:

  • Add water to drink mixes in 3-qt. pitcher; stir until mixes are dissolved. Stir in cranberry juice cocktail.
  • Squeeze juice from 1 each lemon and orange. Add to prepared drink; stir.
  • Slice remaining fruit; stir into drink. Refrigerate 30 min. or until chilled.
  • Stir in grape juice just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 25 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 1 g

WINTER SANGRIA



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Time 1h

Yield 8 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups no-pulp orange juice
3 to 6 ounces orange liqueur
2 tablespoons honey
1 cinnamon stick
2 clementines or blood oranges, cut into sections
1 Granny Smith or other tart apple, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 red Anjou pear, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 liters sweet sparkling red wine, chilled (Sunny likes Rosa Regale)
1 liter lemon-lime soda, chilled

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher or punch bowl, whisk the orange juice, orange liqueur and honey. Add the cinnamon stick, clementines, apple and pear and stir to combine. Set aside at room temperature for at least 1 hour.
  • Right before serving, add the wine and soda to the fruit mixture and stir gently to combine. Serve immediately in ice-filled glasses.

SANGRIA WITH WINTER CITRUS



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     beverage

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 green apple, cored and diced
1 ruby grapefruit, thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 blood or regular orange, thinly sliced
1 Bosc pear, cored and diced
Juice of 2 lemons
Three 750ml bottles medium-bodied red wine, such as malbec, rioja or sangiovese
1 cup grappa
1/2 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup simple syrup
4 cups chilled club soda

Steps:

  • Begin by macerating the fruit. Add half of the apples, grapefruit, lemon, blood orange and pears to a large pitcher and squeeze the lemon juice on top. Muddle the fruit using a wooden spoon. Add the remaining half of the fruits. Pour over the red wine, grappa, orange liqueur and stir. Cover with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for 2 hours, or overnight if time allows. Add the orange juice and simple syrup, and then top off with the chilled club soda before serving.

SUMMER FRUIT SANGRIA



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A pitcher of sangria made with white wine, fruit, and liqueur will get the party started.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups assorted fruits (such as mango, pineapple, cantaloupe, and apricot), sliced or cut into chunks
1/4 cup thinly sliced peeled fresh ginger
1 to 1 1/2 cups fresh basil or mint leaves
1/2 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau
1 bottle crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
Ice

Steps:

  • In a large bowl or pitcher, combine fruit, ginger, basil or mint, and orange liqueur. Mash gently with the back of a wooden spoon until basil is bruised and fruit releases juices. Add wine and lemon juice and stir to combine. Refrigerate 1 hour (or up to 1 day). To serve, fill eight glasses with ice and top with sangria.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 g

WINTER FRUIT SANGRIA



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Sangria comes out of winter hibernation in this easy-to-make holiday punch.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brandy
1/2 cup sugar
1 orange, ends cut off, thinly sliced
1 apple, halved and thinly sliced
2 bottles well-chilled dry red wine, such as Rioja or red Zinfandel
1 cup club soda
3/4 cup fresh orange juice

Steps:

  • In a large pitcher, stir together brandy, sugar, and orange and apple slices. Let stand 15 minutes. Add wine, club soda, and orange juice. Serve over ice.

Tips:

  • Choose the right wine: A fruity, medium-bodied red wine is the best choice for sangria. Some good options include Tempranillo, Garnacha, and Merlot.
  • Use fresh citrus: Citrus fruits are the star of sangria, so be sure to use fresh, ripe oranges, lemons, and grapefruit.
  • Add some sweetness: Sugar or simple syrup is traditionally used to sweeten sangria, but you can also use honey, agave nectar, or even fruit juice.
  • Don't forget the spices: Spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg add a warm, festive flavor to sangria.
  • Let it sit: Sangria is best when it has had time to meld together, so let it sit for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Serve it chilled: Sangria is best served chilled, so be sure to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving.

Conclusion:

Winter citrus sangria is a refreshing and festive cocktail that is perfect for any holiday party. With its bright flavors and beautiful presentation, this sangria is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you're looking for a festive drink to serve, be sure to give winter citrus sangria a try.

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