This Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect make-ahead cocktail to serve at a fall gathering. It’s easy, festive and absolutely delicious!
Sangria Recipe for Fall
Sangria is not just for summer, my friends! This Apple Cider Sangria is a fabulous drink to enjoy all throughout fall. It’s a beautiful balance of apple, orange and cinnamon with red wine. I love a spiked apple cider. And I love a creative sangria recipe (have you tried my Sake Sangria??). So I know you’ll want to add this fun cocktail to your menu for Thanksgiving, football watching or just sipping on by the fireplace with your family and friends.
Refreshing and Satisfying
The combination of apple cider, orange liqueur, orange juice and red wine is so refreshing. Each sip is a satisfying sip of fall comfort. The cinnamon sugar rim along with apple slices and a cinnamon stick garnish are such a perfect touch to make this the sip of the season. Everyone is sure to enjoy it!
Make it in Advance
I love that you can make this drink in advance so it’s ready to serve when the gathering gets started. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more flavorful it is.
The combination of apple cider, orange liqueur, orange juice and red wine is so refreshing. Each sip is a satisfying sip of fall comfort. Pour yourself a glass and enjoy! Cheers, my friends!
Apple Cider Sangria Ingredients and Supplies
(see recipe card at the bottom of this post for measurements and details)
Ingredients:
- Honeycrisp apple
- Fresh orange
- Apple cider
- Orange liqueur (triple sec or Cointreau)
- Orange juice
- Red wine (pinot noir)
- Granulated sugar (optional for garnishing)
- Ground cinnamon (optional for garnishing)
- Cinnamon sticks (optional for garnishing)
Supplies:
How to Make Apple Cider Sangria
- Place the sliced apple and orange in the bottom of a large pitcher.
- Add the apple cider, orange liqueur, orange juice and bottle of red wine.
- Gently stir it all together and let it set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. The longer it sits, the stronger the flavor of the drink. Before serving, add ice to fill the pitcher.
- To serve with a cinnamon sugar rim around the top of each glass, start by whisking together 1 tablespoon granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Rub a slice of orange around the rim of each glass.
- Dip the rim into the bowl of cinnamon sugar and twist to ensure even coverage.
- Fill each glass with ice and then pour the Apple Cider Sangria into it.
- Garnish with a few apple slices and a cinnamon stick, if desired. Cheers!
How to Store Apple Cider Sangria
Store in an airtight container or pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
My Favorite Cocktail Recipes
My Favorite Cocktail Recipes put the happy in happy hour! From a classic house margarita to inventive takes on old favorites, you’re sure to find something to toast to!
If you make this Apple Cider Sangria, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. If you’re on Facebook, be sure to join my Friends of The BakerMama group to connect and share all the fun and yummy recipes of mine that you make! 
I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
In the Media
I recently shared this amazing Apple Cider Sangria recipe in the Fall Edition of IBB Home Magazine along with an amazing Kale and Brussels Salad with a Maple Dijon Vinaigrette, a flavorful dish of Sweet Potato Ricotta Gnocchi covered in a garlic brown butter herb sauce and topped with fresh lemon ricotta, and Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies for an easy way to get your pecan pie fix without baking an entire pie. The perfect menu for a fabulous fall gathering!
Apple Cider Sangria
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 2 hours
- Total Time: 2 Hours 10 Minutes
- Yield: 8
- Category: Cocktails
Description
This Apple Cider Sangria is the perfect make-ahead cocktail to serve at a fall gathering. It’s easy, festive and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients
Sangria Ingredients:
- 1 large Honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced
- 1 large orange, thinly sliced
- 1 cup apple cider
- ½ cup orange liqueur (triple sec or Cointreau)
- ¼ cup orange juice
- 1 (750 ml) bottle red wine (pinot noir)
Garnishing Ingredients (optional):
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Place the sliced apple and orange in the bottom of a large pitcher. Add the apple cider, orange liqueur, orange juice and bottle of red wine. Gently stir it all together and let it set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving. The longer it sits, the stronger the flavor of the drink. Before serving, add ice to fill the pitcher.
- To serve with a cinnamon sugar rim around the top of each glass, start by whisking together 1 tablespoon granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Rub a slice of orange around the rim of each glass. Dip the rim into the bowl of cinnamon sugar and twist to ensure even coverage.
- Fill each glass with ice and then pour the Apple Cider Sangria into it. Garnish with a few apple slices and a cinnamon stick, if desired. Cheers!
Thank you! Will make this for Thanksgiving!
Hi, Kathy! Oh, yay! I can’t wait to hear all about it. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours.
Can you use Grand Marnier instead pf Cointreau?
Hi Kathy! Yes, you can substitute the Cointreau with Grand Marnier, but since Grand Marnier is heavier and sweeter, I would recommend using less. For this recipe, you could use 1/3 cup Grand Marnier in place of the 1/2 cup Cointreau. I hope this helps. Enjoy!
What red wine would u suggest for the sangria. Thanks
Hi Christy! I recommend a pinot noir, but you could certainly use any of your favorite red wines. Enjoy!