Description
This Green Apple Sangria offers a refreshing twist on the classic Spanish beverage by combining crisp green apples, juicy grapes, and dry white wine with apple brandy and orange liqueur. Lightly sweetened and topped with sparkling water, it delivers a vibrant, fruity, and effervescent drink perfect for warm weather gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 2 green apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), cored and chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup green grapes, halved (quartered if large)
Liquids and Spirits
- 750 ml bottle of dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 1/4 cup apple brandy (or Calvados)
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur (like Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda (added before serving)
Other
- Ice cubes
- Optional garnishes: apple slices, lime wedges, mint sprigs
Instructions
- Chop the Apples: Wash, core, and chop the green apples into 1/2-inch cubes to ensure they release flavor and fit nicely in the sangria.
- Halve the Grapes: Wash and halve the green grapes, quartering large grapes to balance the fruit sizes in the sangria.
- Combine in a Pitcher: Add the chopped apples and halved grapes to a large pitcher as the base for infusion.
- Pour in the Apple Brandy: Add 1/4 cup apple brandy or Calvados to impart a deep apple flavor and a bit of warmth.
- Add the Orange Liqueur: Pour in 1/4 cup orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or Triple Sec, to introduce citrus notes and complexity.
- Sweeten with Simple Syrup: Add 1/4 cup simple syrup, stirring gently; adjust sweetness later if desired after infusion.
- Pour in the White Wine: Carefully pour the entire 750 ml bottle of dry white wine into the pitcher to blend all flavors.
- Stir Gently: Give the mixture a gentle stir to combine the ingredients evenly without bruising the fruit.
- Refrigerate and Infuse: Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight (4+ hours), allowing flavors to meld.
- Add Sparkling Water: Just before serving, add 1/2 cup sparkling water or club soda to add refreshing fizz to the sangria.
- Add Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes to chill the drink upon serving.
- Pour and Garnish: Pour the sangria into the ice-filled glasses, ensuring some fruit is included, and garnish with apple slices, lime wedges, and mint sprigs if desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately for a refreshing and flavorful sangria experience.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the sangria to infuse overnight or for at least 4 hours in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- Use a dry white wine to avoid overly sweet sangria.
- Optional garnishes like lime and mint add extra freshness and visual appeal.
- This sangria is best served chilled and is perfect for summer parties and brunches.
