Description
A festive and refreshing Christmas Sangria perfect for holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cranberry juice (100% juice or cranberry cocktail)
- ½ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 2 cups sparkling white grape juice (or sparkling apple cider for a warmer flavor)
- 1–2 cups ginger beer or ginger ale
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- ½ cup fresh cranberries
- 1 orange, sliced thinly
- 1 apple, sliced thinly (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine cranberry juice, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, and fruit slices. Chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
- Just before serving, pour in sparkling grape juice and ginger beer. Stir gently to combine.
- Pour into glasses with ice, and garnish with fresh cranberries or a cinnamon stick for that holiday touch.
- Dip glass rims in orange juice, then sugar and cinnamon for a sweet sparkle (optional).
Notes
- For a deeper color and tangy flavor, add a splash of pomegranate juice.
- Want it extra fancy? Add rosemary sprigs or star anise for garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Christmas Sangria, holiday drink, festive beverage