Autumn Spice Bourbon Sangria

This autumnal sangria is a delightful blend of full-bodied red wine, apple cider, and bourbon, infused with warm spices and fresh apples. It's the perfect libation to kick off your Thanksgiving feast, adding a touch of warmth and cheer to the gathering.

Autumn Spice Bourbon Sangria

A delightful and warming sangria blend of red wine, apple cider, bourbon, spices, and apples, perfect for the autumn season.

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Ingredients

  • 5 oz full-bodied red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 2 oz bourbon
  • 1 tbsp sugar (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon extract
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 5 cloves
  • 3 star anise
  • 2 oz sliced apple
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a large container with a lid, combine the red wine, apple cider, bourbon, sugar, cinnamon extract, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and sliced apples.
  2. Stir well to dissolve the sugar.
  3. Cover the container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably 24 to 48 hours for optimal flavor infusion.
  4. When serving, fill a wine goblet with ice and pour the sangria over the ice.