It's that time of the year again - the vibrant fall foliage, pumpkin lattes, and the spookiest celebration of the year. Yes, I'm talking about Halloween! It's the perfect time of the year to gather with friends and family, share spooky, and celebrate with ghoulish treats and drinks. Halloween in the Hamptons offers the perfect backdrop for trick or treating and neighborhood gatherings. This Easy Red Wine Sangria is a must-have for all your Halloween activities. In this blog post, I'll be sharing a foolproof recipe for an easy-to-prepare Red Wine Sangria that will be a hit among parents on trick-or-treat night!
Ingredients needed:
- 1 Bottle of your favorite red wine
- 1 cup Orange Juice
- 1/2 cup Brandy
- 1/2 Lemon Juice
- 1/2 cup Triple Sec
- 1/4 cup Sugar
- 1 Lemon, orange, and apple, sliced
- 2 Cinnamon Sticks
Instructions:
1. Begin the recipe preparation by washing and slicing the lemon, apple, and orange.
2. In a large glass pitcher, add the sliced fruits, cinnamon sticks, sugar, Brandy, triple sec, lemon juice, and orange juice.
3. Stir the mixture thoroughly until all of the ingredients are evenly combined.
4. Next, pour the entire bottle of red wine into the mixture and stir accordingly.
5. Let the mix sit in your refrigerator and chill for at least four hours or overnight.
6. To serve, fill individual glasses with ice, then pour the chilled Sangria onto the ice.
7. Pair with some festive appetizers and enjoy!
Tips
- The Sangria can be spiked with additional Brandy or Triple Sec for a stronger kick
- Add club soda to the mix for a bubbly effect.
- Chill your wine and Sangria glasses in the fridge beforehand.
- Garnish each glass with fresh fruit, like orange slices, or dried fruit like dried apple slices
