Blackberry Apple Spooky Sangria
A delightful fall-inspired sangria blending tart blackberries and crisp apples with red wine, perfect for Halloween gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes plus chilling time
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of red wine (Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 1 cup of fresh blackberries
- 1 to 2 apples, thinly sliced (honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- 1/4 cup of orange liqueur (like Triple Sec or Cointreau)
- 3 cups of ginger ale or sparkling water
- 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice
- Optional spices: Cinnamon sticks or star anise
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: In a large pitcher, combine the bottle of red wine and orange liqueur. Stir well to combine.
- Add the Fruit: Gently add the blackberries and sliced apples to the wine mixture. If you’re using optional spices, mix them in now.
- Mix in Citrus: Pour in the fresh orange juice and stir gently to avoid crushing the fruit.
- Chill: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 120 minutes, or up to 480 minutes.
- Add Fizz: Just before serving, mix in the ginger ale or sparkling water for bubbly freshness.
- Serve: Fill glasses with ice and pour the sangria over, ensuring each glass gets fruit. Garnish with extra fruit if desired.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for best flavor; chill time is crucial for flavor improvement.