Red Wine Sangria

A classic Spanish wine cocktail featuring red wine, fresh fruits, and a splash of brandy.

Preparation Time

• Prep: 10 minutes
• Chill: 1 hour
• Total: 1 hour 10 minutes
• Servings: 6-8

Ingredients

For Base

• 1 bottle Rioja or light/medium-bodied red wine
• 2 cups lemonade
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp brandy (optional)

For Fruit

• 1 navel orange, thinly sliced
• 1 pint large blackberries
• 1 cup club soda

Instructions

1. Make base:

   • Combine wine, lemonade, sugar, and brandy in pitcher
   • Stir until sugar dissolves

2. Add fruit:

   • Add orange slices and blackberries
   • Pour in club soda
   • Stir gently

3. Chill and serve:

   • Refrigerate for 1+ hour
   • Serve in tall glasses over ice
   • Include fruit in each glass

Notes

• Use Spanish Rioja for authenticity
• Can substitute other red wines
• Fresh fruit is essential
• Club soda adds sparkle
• Can adjust sweetness with sugar
• Make ahead for better flavor
• Can use other seasonal fruits:
  • Apples
  • Peaches
  • Plums
  • Berries

Source

Red Wine Sangria