Apple Cinnamon Sangria Cocktail Recipe

Fall gatherings need a special drink that brings warmth and comfort. This Apple Cinnamon Sangria combines sweet autumn flavors with the kick of red wine for a perfect seasonal cocktail.

The recipe mixes red wine, apple cider, cinnamon sticks, and fresh fruit to create a drink that serves 6-8 people in under 10 minutes.

The beauty of sangria lies in its make-ahead nature. Preparing it the night before lets the flavors blend together, creating a richer taste.

The drink stays fresh in the fridge for up to 3 days.

This cocktail works great for parties, holiday events, or casual weekends at home. The recipe uses basic ingredients from any grocery store, and guests can help themselves throughout the evening.

Apple Cinnamon Sangria Cocktail Recipe

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This sweet and spicy cocktail blends fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and red wine into a perfect fall drink that serves 6-8 people.

John

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Serving Size 6

Equipment

• Large pitcher (64 oz capacity)
• Sharp knife
• Cutting Board
• Wooden spoon
• Wine glasses
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Fine-mesh strainer
• Apple corer (optional)

Ingredients

• 2 bottles dry red wine 750ml each
• 3 medium honey crisp apples cored and sliced
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup apple cider
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 orange sliced
• Club soda for serving
• Ice cubes
• Extra apple slices and cinnamon sticks for garnish

Instructions

• Core and slice the apples into thin wedges.
• Add apple slices, orange slices, and cinnamon sticks to the pitcher.
• Pour in the red wine, brandy, apple cider, and honey.
• Stir gently with a wooden spoon until the honey dissolves.
• Cover and refrigerate for 4-6 hours or overnight.
• To serve, fill wine glasses with ice and strain the sangria into each glass.
• Top each glass with a splash of club soda.
• Garnish with fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks.

Notes

The sangria tastes best when made 1 day ahead. This allows the flavors to blend together.

Store leftover sangria in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For a stronger apple flavor, add an extra 1/4 cup of apple cider.

Replace honey with maple syrup for a different sweetness profile.

Choose a dry red wine like Rioja or Pinot Noir for the best results.

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Tasting Notes

This Apple Cinnamon Sangria brings sweet and spicy notes together in perfect balance. The crisp apple flavor mixes with warm cinnamon spice to create a festive fall drink.

Red wine adds depth and rich berry notes that blend smoothly with the apple cider base. Fresh apple slices contribute natural sweetness and a light, fruity aroma.

The cinnamon gives a subtle warmth without overpowering the other flavors. A touch of brandy adds complexity and helps merge the wine and fruit components together.

Flavor Profile:

• Primary: Fresh apple, cinnamon
• Secondary: Red berries, oak
• Finish: Warm spice, light brandy

The drink starts sweet and fruity on the front of the palate. It transitions to spiced notes mid-palate before ending with a gentle warmth from the spirits.

Room temperature serving brings out the spice notes best. Chilling emphasizes the fresh fruit character instead.

The sangria’s flavors develop more after 4-6 hours of refrigeration. This allows the fruit to fully infuse into the wine base.

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Substitute

Don’t have all the ingredients? No problem. There are many ways to change up this sangria recipe.

Replace the red wine with white wine for a lighter drink. Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc work well.

Apple juice can take the place of apple cider in equal amounts. The drink will be sweeter, so cut back on any added sugar.

For the spices, try these swaps:

• Ground cinnamon instead of cinnamon sticks (1/4 teaspoon per stick)
• Apple pie spice mix instead of cinnamon
• Nutmeg or allspice for extra warmth

No fresh apples? Use 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce. The texture will be different but the flavor stays the same.

Make it alcohol-free by using sparkling apple cider and grape juice instead of wine. Add a splash of lemon juice for balance.

For a different flavor, swap the brandy with:

• Spiced rum
• Calvados (apple brandy)
• Bourbon
• Caramel vodka

Need it sweeter? Mix in 2-3 tablespoons of:

• Honey
• Maple syrup
• Brown sugar
• Caramel sauce