Ingredients

For the Sangria

• 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
• 2 cups apple cider
• ¼ cup honey
• 2 Honeycrisp apples, thinly sliced
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 1 lemon, thinly sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sparkling water or club soda (added just before serving)
• 2 cups ice cubes

Optional Garnishes

• Fresh apple slices
• Orange wheels
• Lemon slices
• Cinnamon sticks
• Fresh rosemary sprigs
• Star anise

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Fruit

Wash the Honeycrisp apples, orange, and lemon thoroughly.

Core the apples and slice them into thin wedges. Slice the orange and lemon into thin rounds, removing any seeds.

Step 2: Mix the Sangria

In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, apple cider, honey, and vanilla extract.

Stir until the honey has completely dissolved.

Add the sliced apples, orange, lemon, and cinnamon stick.

Stir gently to combine.

Step 3: Chill

Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the fruit to infuse the sangria with fresh, fruity flavor.

Step 4: Finish Before Serving

Just before serving, stir in the sparkling water or club soda for a refreshing fizz.

Add the ice cubes and stir gently.

Step 5: Serve

Fill glasses with some of the soaked fruit and pour the sangria over the top.

Garnish each glass with fresh apple slices, a cinnamon stick, rosemary sprigs, or star anise for a festive presentation.

Serve immediately while well chilled.

Tips for the Best Honeycrisp Apple Sangria

• Use crisp, fresh Honeycrisp apples for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
• Chill the sangria for several hours to allow the fruit flavors to fully develop.
• Add the sparkling water just before serving to keep it bubbly.
• Use a dry white wine so the drink isn’t overly sweet.
• Taste before serving and adjust the sweetness with more honey if desired.
• Keep the sangria cold by using chilled ingredients instead of adding excessive ice.
• Fresh apple cider provides the richest seasonal flavor.

Delicious Variations

Caramel Apple Sangria

Add a drizzle of caramel syrup to each serving.

Cranberry Apple Sangria

Replace one cup of apple cider with cranberry juice for a festive twist.

Sparkling Apple Sangria

Use sparkling white wine instead of still white wine for extra bubbles.

Pear Apple Sangria

Add sliced ripe pears for additional fall flavor.

Berry Apple Sangria

Mix in fresh raspberries, blackberries, or cranberries.

Spiced Autumn Sangria

Add whole cloves, star anise, and extra cinnamon sticks for a warm seasonal aroma.

Storage

Store leftover sangria covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

For the best flavor and carbonation, add the sparkling water only just before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Honeycrisp Apple Sangria pairs perfectly with:

• Cheese boards
• Roasted turkey
• Grilled chicken
• Apple desserts
• Pumpkin pie
• Charcuterie boards
• Roasted nuts
• Brie cheese
• Autumn salads
• Cinnamon pastries

Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 190
• Protein: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 18g
• Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 10mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 15g
• Vitamin C: 15% DV
• Potassium: 180mg
• Calcium: 2% DV