Summer Fruit Sangria

Sangria is the ultimate big batch wine cocktail that is perfect for sharing and sipping to beat the summer heat. Fresh fruit, orange juice, brandy, and a bottle of red wine come together to make a seriously refreshing drink. This delightful concoction is a blend of sliced oranges, lemons, diced apples, and just a touch of sugar, mixed in a pitcher for easy serving. Serve in a stemmed wine glass over ice with an orange wheel for garnish, and kick back and relax with a sangria in hand!

Summer Fruit Sangria

A refreshing and fruity wine cocktail perfect for sharing and sipping to beat the summer heat.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 tsp sugar (or 1/2 oz simple syrup)
  • 1/6 orange, sliced
  • 1/6 lemon, sliced
  • 1/6 apple, cored and diced
  • 1/6 cup orange juice
  • 1/6 cup brandy
  • 5.30 oz red wine (dry red wine like Rioja, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Merlot)

Instructions

  1. Add the sugar to a large pitcher.
  2. Add the sliced oranges, lemons, and diced apples to the pitcher.
  3. Use a wooden spoon to muddle the fruit and sugar for 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in the orange juice and brandy, then muddle for another 15-30 seconds.
  5. Pour in the red wine and stir to combine.
  6. Serve in a stemmed wine glass over ice with an orange wheel for garnish, if desired.