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Cozy Caramel Apple Sangria with Cinnamon

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A comforting autumn drink that balances sweet caramel, tart apples, and warm cinnamon in a dry red wine base. This easy-to-make sangria is perfect for fall gatherings or quiet evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 750 ml dry red wine (Pinot Noir or Merlot)
  • 2 firm apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Pink Lady), cored and sliced into wedges
  • 1 orange, sliced into rounds
  • 1/2 cup thick caramel sauce (with real butter and sea salt)
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 2 oz bourbon or brandy
  • 1 cup sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
  • Ice cubes (or frozen apple chunks)

Instructions

  1. Wash the apples and oranges. Core the apples and slice them into thin wedges. Slice the oranges into rounds.
  2. Place all the sliced fruit into a large 2-quart glass pitcher.
  3. If the caramel sauce is cold, microwave it for 10-15 seconds to make it pourable. Drizzle the caramel sauce evenly over the fruit in the pitcher.
  4. Pour in the red wine, orange juice, and bourbon (or brandy). Stir gently with a long spoon to combine and help the caramel dissolve.
  5. Add the cinnamon sticks to the pitcher, pressing them down slightly to submerge them. Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to begin infusion.
  6. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor.
  7. Before serving, remove the pitcher from the fridge and give it a gentle stir.
  8. Fill glasses with ice. Ladle the sangria into the glasses, ensuring each serving includes fruit and a cinnamon stick.
  9. Top each glass with a splash of sparkling water or lemon-lime soda for fizz. Garnish with a thin apple slice if desired.

Notes

Avoid using high-tannin wines like Cabernet Sauvignon as they can become bitter when mixed with sweet fruits. Always use cinnamon sticks rather than ground cinnamon to prevent a gritty texture. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the red wine with extra apple juice or apple cider. The sangria can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; remove the fruit if you prefer a clearer drink. Add sparkling water just before serving to maintain carbonation.

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Keywords: caramel apple sangria, fall drinks, autumn cocktail, red wine sangria, cinnamon sangria, easy party drinks, gluten-free recipes

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