Recipe
Red Wine Sangria
A refreshing twist on classic sangria featuring premium red wine + fresh fruit.
10 min prep
Serves 6-8
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine (750 ml) — medium-bodied (Storyteller Merlot, Acronym Red Blend)
- 1/3 cup brandy (or orange liqueur)
- 1/4 cup orange juice (fresh if possible)
- 2-3 tbsp simple syrup or honey (adjust to taste)
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds
- 1 lemon or lime, sliced
- 1 cup strawberries or mixed berries, sliced
- 1 apple or peach, diced/sliced
- 1-2 cups chilled sparkling water or lemon-lime soda (to top)
- Ice
Directions
- 1
In a large pitcher, stir together wine, brandy, orange juice, and sweetener.
- 2
Add sliced/diced fruit and gently mix.
- 3
Chill 2-4 hours for best flavor (or serve right away if needed).
- 4
Serve over ice and top each glass with a splash of sparkling water (or soda).
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Quick Tip
Add the bubbly right before serving so it stays fizzy.