#Spiced Apple Cider Sangria 🍏🍷
### Introduction
Embrace the cosy autumn vibes with a refreshing glass of Spiced Apple Cider Sangria. This luscious blend of warming spices, crisp apples, and sanguine goodness is perfect for sharing around a fire pit or savoring alone during an evening in. With a quick prep time of 10 minutes and a chill time of an hour, you’ll have a delightful companion for an enchanting evening in no time.
### Why Make This Recipe
There is something magical about the union of apples and spices- particularly during the fall. This recipe lets you experience that enchantment in a refreshing, light, and boozy homemade concoction. It’s a tasteful blend of fruit and festive flavours with a subtle hint of natural sweetness from the apple cider.
### How to Make Spiced Apple Cider Sangria
#### Ingredients :
– 1 bottle of dry white wine (750 ml)
– 2 cups apple cider
– 1/4 cup brandy
– 2 tablespoons maple syrup
– 1 apple, thinly sliced
– 1 pear, thinly sliced
– 1 orange, sliced
– 3-4 cinnamon sticks
– 2-3 star anise
– Cloves for garnish (optional)
– Sparkling water or club soda, to taste
#### Directions :
1. Mix together the wine, apple cider, brandy, and maple syrup in a large pitcher.
2. Throw in the apple, pear, and orange slices and add the cloves, cinnamon sticks and star anise.
3. Stir all the ingredients together and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavours meld.
4. Before serving, stir once again and add sparkling water or club soda to your liking.
5. Pour over ice and garnish with additional cinnamon sticks and cloves for a festive touch.
### How to Serve Spiced Apple Cider Sangria
Serving this sangria is part of the fun. Pour it in a clear glass over ice to showcase the beautiful colours and garnish with an apple slice and cinnamon stick for an extra dash of charm. It pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, creamy cheeses, and autumn salads.
### How to Store Spiced Apple Cider Sangria
You can store the sangria in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Remember to keep it covered to retain maximum freshness.
### Tips to Make Spiced Apple Cider Sangria
The key to a perfect sangria is letting the flavours meld together. The longer you let the fruit and spices sit in the cider, the richer the taste.
### Variations
If you like your sangria a bit sweeter, consider adding a bit of honey or extra maple syrup. For a stronger kick, swap the brandy for dark rum or whisky.
### FAQs
#### Can I use other fruits?
Absolutely. Feel free to experiment with different fruits as per your taste and preference. Pomegranates, cranberries or plums can be great additions.
#### Can I make it a day before?
Indeed. In fact, letting it sit for longer only enhances the flavours allowing the fruit and spices to infuse better.
#### Can I use red wine instead of white?
Yes, you can. It will result in a stronger, more robust flavour which can be an interesting variation.
Sip on the warmth of the season with the Spiced Apple Cider Sangria, and let the festivities begin!