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Festive Christmas Sangria Recipe

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  • Author: Paula
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Christmas Sangria is a festive and refreshing holiday drink that combines rich Merlot red wine with vibrant cranberry and orange juices, complemented by blackberry brandy and Chambord for a fruity depth. Infused with cinnamon sticks and garnished with rosemary, this sangria is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a balanced blend of sweet and tart flavors served chilled and sparkling with lemon-lime soda.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 750 ml Merlot or red wine of choice
  • 2 1/2 cups cranberry juice
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1/2 cup simple syrup
  • 1/2 cup blackberry brandy
  • 1/2 cup Chambord

Finishing Ingredients

  • 2 cups lemon-lime soda
  • 2 oranges, sliced
  • 1 cup cranberries
  • 6 cinnamon sticks
  • Rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Mix Ingredients: Combine the Merlot, cranberry juice, orange juice, simple syrup, blackberry brandy, Chambord, sliced oranges, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks in a large pitcher. Stir gently to mix all the flavors well.
  2. Chill: Place the mixture in the refrigerator and chill for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and develop depth.
  3. Add Soda and Serve: Just before serving, add ice cubes and pour in the lemon-lime soda to give a refreshing fizz. Stir gently to combine without losing carbonation.
  4. Garnish and Present: Garnish each glass with a sprig of rosemary for a festive and aromatic presentation that enhances the holiday spirit.

Notes

  • Chilling the sangria overnight enhances the depth of flavors, making it more delicious.
  • Adjust the amount of simple syrup based on your preferred sweetness level.
  • For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the Merlot and brandy with additional cranberry juice or sparkling grape juice.
  • Serve immediately after adding soda to maintain fizz.
  • The rosemary garnish adds a lovely aromatic touch and festive look, but can be omitted if preferred.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (approx. 240 ml)
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 27g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 0.5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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