Cranberry Orange Sangria
Cranberry Orange Sangria is a festive, fruity cocktail made with red wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, and brandy. It’s sweet, tangy, and refreshing — the perfect holiday drink for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cozy get-together.
Ingredients
- 750 ml Red Wine I like using Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon
- 1 cup Cranberry Juice
- 1 ½ cups Orange Juice
- ½ cup Brandy
- 1 Orange sliced
- 1 cup Simple Syrup adjust to taste
- ½ cup Fresh Cranberries
- Ice Cubes for serving
Instructions
Mix the base:
- In a large pitcher, pour in the red wine, cranberry juice, orange juice, and brandy. Stir until combined.
Sweeten it up:
- Add simple syrup to taste. I start with ¾ cup, then adjust depending on the tartness of the cranberry juice.
Add the fruit:
- Slice your orange and drop the slices and cranberries right into the pitcher. Give everything a gentle stir.
Chill:
- Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours). This helps all the flavors come together.
Serve:
- Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria over, and garnish with fruit slices for a festive touch.
Notes
- Don’t skip chilling—it makes a big difference in flavor.
- You can make the sangria up to 24 hours in advance.
- If serving outdoors, keep it cold with frozen cranberries instead of ice.