Star's Sangria
Elevate your entertaining game with "Star's Sangria," a vibrant and refreshing twist on the Spanish classic. This crowd-pleasing beverage pairs a base of dry red wine with bright orange juice, a splash of brandy, and a hint of sweetness from simple syrup. Fresh fruit takes center stage—zesty citrus slices, crisp green apple wedges, and juicy strawberries infuse every sip with natural flavor. The finishing touch? A fizzy burst of sparkling water or club soda added just before serving for a light, bubbly flair. Perfect for parties, brunches, or warm summer evenings, this make-ahead sangria gets better as it chills, allowing the bold flavors to harmonize beautifully. Effortlessly elegant and packed with fresh ingredients, Star's Sangria is the ultimate entertainer's secret weapon!
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Ingredients
- 750 ml red wine (preferably dry)
- 240 ml orange juice
- 120 ml brandy
- 60 ml simple syrup
- 1 large orange
- 1 medium lemon
- 1 medium lime
- 1 medium green apple
- 150 grams strawberries
- 240 ml sparkling water or club soda
- 20 pieces ice cubes
Directions
Step 1
1. Wash and dry the orange, lemon, lime, green apple, and strawberries.
Step 2
2. Slice the orange, lemon, and lime into thin rounds. Core the green apple and cut it into thin wedges. Hull the strawberries and slice them in halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Step 3
3. In a large pitcher, combine the sliced fruits: orange rounds, lemon rounds, lime rounds, apple wedges, and strawberries.
Step 4
4. Pour the red wine, orange juice, and brandy into the pitcher over the fruits.
Step 5
5. Add the simple syrup to adjust sweetness as desired, and stir everything well to combine.
Step 6
6. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Overnight steeping is even better, if possible.
Step 7
7. Before serving, add ice cubes to the pitcher to chill the sangria further. Pour in the sparkling water or club soda to add a light, bubbly finish.
Step 8
8. Serve the sangria in glasses filled with ice, ensuring to include some fruit slices in each glass for a beautiful presentation.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2651.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1428.8 |
| Total Fat 2.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 64.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 148.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 105.4g | |
| Protein 6.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 206.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2132.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories