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Spiced Apple Sangria Recipe - Apple Sangria: Make this refreshing fall drink in under 75 minutes. Perfect for parties with crisp apples, pears, and warm spices.

Spiced Apple Sangria Recipe

Apple sangria is the ultimate festive drink for autumn gatherings. This recipe combines crisp apples, juicy pears, warm spices, and a hint of ginger fizz for a truly delightful experience. Perfect for both casual get-togethers and special occasions, this apple sangria is surprisingly simple to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to impress your guests with this seasonal favorite.
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Prep Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Drink
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 medium apple, any variety
  • 1 medium pear, any variety
  • 2-4 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 whole star anise
  • 1 (750 ml) bottle dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio, Pinot Gris, or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1 (16 ounce) bottle ginger-flavor kombucha or ginger beer
  • Sprigs of fresh thyme for garnish

Method
 

  1. Thinly slice the apple and pear. Add the apple and pear slices to a large pitcher along with 2-4 cinnamon sticks and 2 whole star anise (if using).
  2. Add the 750 ml bottle of dry white wine, 2 cups of apple cider, and 1 (16 ounce) bottle of ginger kombucha to the pitcher; stir gently.
  3. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours to allow flavors to meld.
  4. To serve, divide the chilled sangria and fruit among 8 glasses, spooning some of the fruit into each glass.
  5. If desired, top each glass with a splash of sparkling water to add fresh bubbles.
  6. Garnish servings with an additional cinnamon stick, star anise, and/or a sprig of thyme. Serve chilled.

Notes

- For best flavor, let the sangria chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Use a good quality dry white wine; the flavor will shine through.
- Don't skip the fresh fruit and spices – they are key to the sangria's character.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.