Simple Sangria Recipe

Quench your thirst with this unbelievably easy Sangria recipe! Perfect for a hot day or any gathering, this simple sangria comes together in minutes. While overnight chilling is ideal for maximum flavor infusion, it's delicious even after a few hours. Get ready to impress your friends with this vibrant and refreshing drink!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 272.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Simple Sangria

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How to Make Simple Sangria

  1. Thinly slice 1 large orange and 1 large lemon. Remove seeds and ends.
  2. Gently squeeze a small amount of juice from the sliced fruit into a large pitcher.
  3. Pour in 1 bottle (750ml) of dry red wine.
  4. Add the orange and lemon slices to the pitcher.
  5. Stir in 1/4 cup of granulated sugar (or to taste).
  6. Add 1/4 cup of brandy (optional).
  7. Stir well and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Before serving, add 1 chilled 12oz bottle of ginger ale.
  9. Gently stir and garnish with extra lemon or orange slices.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

0g

Carbs

8g