Samantha Nicole Batched cocktails are always a good thing to have for your guests while hosting. That way you can mingle and enjoy and not play bartender all night. Cranberry Apple Cider Sangria can be made in a large batch for any fall event. The apples, cranberries, and cinnamon sticks add a festive and seasonal touch to the already celebratory Cranberry Apple Cider Sangria.
Ingredients
- 3 cups apple cider
- 1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
- 1 (26 ounce) bottle red wine
- 1/2 cup honey or simple syrup
- 1/2 cup Triple Sec or other orange liqueur
- 1 cup apples, diced and unpeeled
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- sparkling water, for topping
- cinnamon sticks, for garnish
Directions
Step 1 –Combine the apple cider, cranberry juice, red wine, honey, and orange liqueur in a large pitcher.
Step 2 –Add in the diced, unpeeled apples and the cranberries.
Step 3 –Chill overnight, if desired.
Step 4 –Serve over ice, filling the glasses 2/3 full with the sangria.
Step 5 –Top off the glasses with the sparkling water.
Step 6 –Garnish with a straw and cinnamon sticks before serving.
