Description
A refreshing and vibrant holiday beverage that blends crisp white wine with fruits and spices, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bottle of white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
- 2 fresh apples (Granny Smith recommended)
- 2 fresh pears (Bosc or Anjou recommended)
- Citrus slices (oranges or lemons)
- 1 cup sparkling water (or club soda)
- 1–2 cinnamon sticks (or star anise)
- 2 tablespoons honey or agave syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Fruits: Wash apples and pears thoroughly, then dice them into bite-sized pieces. Slice citrus fruits into rounds or wedges.
- Combine the Ingredients: In a large pitcher, mix the diced fruits with the white wine and any spices. Let it marinate for at least an hour.
- Add Sparkle and Serve: Just before serving, pour in the sparkling water to maintain fizz.
- Presentation Is Key: Serve in festive glasses, garnished with fruit slices or mint for added elegance.
Notes
For a bubbly twist, you can substitute white wine with rosé or prosecco. For a non-alcoholic version, use sparkling grape juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sangria, holiday drink, festive beverage, white wine, refreshing cocktail, Christmas!