Who doesn’t love a good Cranberry Sangria?
Here’s the deal. Sangria is the worlds easiest cocktail. Which makes it perfect for the holidays because it requires little to no time to prepare. In my world, that is music to my ears, especially on Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving because who has time to whip up some elaborate cocktail while juggling the turkey, potatoes, all the sides, stuffing and then dessert. Whew. I’m tired just thinking about it!
This sangria is LOADED with a few of my favorite fall things like persimmons, oranges, brandy (obviously) and cinnamon sticks. It’s vibrant, flavorful, and you should probably make a giant batch of this for Thanksgiving. Make it the night before so all you have to do on the big day is take the pitcher/punch bowl out of the fridge and let your guests go to town.
Cranberry Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine I used Cab Sauv
- 1 cup cranberry juice
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1/2 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 2 persimmons cut into small wedges
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 orange cut into wedges
Instructions
- Combine everything in a large pitcher or sangria bowl and refrigerate for 2-3 hours, or overnight before serving.
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Forget waiting…this needs to happen in my kitchen tonight!
Love this festive drink!
Ohhhhhh. I need this sangria!!
Oh girl, I need this in my glass tonight!!
Slurp! I need a refill already. Sounds delish!
Gorgeous holiday drink, Gaby! 🙂
Bring on the festivities! This looks so pretty – but not too pretty to drink!! Bottoms up!
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This would be so perfect to serve in a big punchbowl at parties! I bet it would be a huge hit – love those spicy-sweet flavors, Gaby!
I am totally making this for all my siblings when we get together next week- it’s beautiful Gaby!
Officially on my Thanksgiving grocery list! Can’t wait to make this!
Mmm! This looks so rich and delicious!
Yum! This looks great for Thanksgiving : )
What a beautiful pitcher of goodness! I love this idea. Easy, pretty, alcohol…it has it all!
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Such lovely flavors for this time of year, and so pretty, too!
I made this for a Friendsgiving today. It was amazing!!! This recipe is a keeper!!!
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I made this to go with our Thanksgiving dinner and it was delightful! So festive and tasty. Thank you for sharing, it is a KEEPER!!!
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This is perfect for holiday parties!!! Did you use a regular sized bottle of wine (750ml) or the large one? When I make summer sangria I use the large bottle of Gallo?
750 ml bottle 🙂
Thank you!
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Hey! i’m planning on making this for my holiday party this week, did you use fresh orange juice or is bottled fine? Thanks!
either one works! but I use the fresh OJ from Trader Joes 🙂
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What flavor or type of brandy do you recommend?
Oh I’ve never used flavored brandy. Didn’t even know it existed 🙂 I just use the regular!
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i feel silly asking this, but can you eat the cranberries? Or are they way too tart?
they are a bit tart since they are raw 🙁 but they look pretty!
How many servings does this make?
6-8!
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Is there a substitute for the persimmons?
any winter fruit!!
I am wondering if you can use another liquor.. I. Nit a brandy fan… Would bourbon wor
I haven’t tried it but I bet it would be good!