Wicked Autumn Apple Sangria

A white wine sangria recipe perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving made with apples, pears, oranges and a little pinch of something special that will have guests begging for the recipe!

TABLE OF CONTENTS:

1. JUMP TO THE RECIPE
2. 6 FAQ ON WICKED AUTUMN APPLE SANGRIA
3. APPETIZERS TO PAIR WITH THIS FALL-FEELING COCKTAIL

Fall is my favorite time of the year. The brutal South Carolina summer is finally over, the leaves start to change, the promise of Thanksgiving is in the air and I am utterly transformed. And now?  Now I have a whole new reason to welcome autumn!

Sometimes I make stuff and it doesn't turn out exactly like I want it and I either have to love on it some more or just throw it out all together and start over. That was not the case with this recipe.

I mixed it all up, poured a glass, took a sip and said some really wicked words at how amazing it was. Seriously, this stuff is almost bewitching!

I wasn't 100% sure how things would turn out. When I first set out to make this I wanted to add a cinnamon stick, fresh ginger and maybe some cloves but I didn't have any of those things on-hand.

I was just going to say screw it when I spied my itty bitty little bottle of pumpkin pie spice. I read the label and guess what all’s in it? Cinnamon, ginger and cloves!

Score! Feel free to use the fresh ingredients - and the cinnamon sticks make lovely garnishes - but do not skip on the spices. It’s what makes the sangria!

INGREDIENTS FOR WICKED AUTUMN APPLE SANGRIA

This recipe fits perfectly in a gallon-sized pitcher but it's easy to reduce if you don't want quite so much.

• 2 bottles dry white wine
• 1 cup vanilla vodka
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1 cup sugar (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 honey crisp apples
• 2 pears
• 1 large orange

6 FAQ ON WICKED AUTUMN APPLE SANGRIA

1. Do I have to make such a big batch?  Heck no, but you'll wish you did! This recipe is easy to reduce - just adjust the servings in the recipe card.

2. Can I use different fruit?  Yes! I think the pears make this extra special and the orange pairs perfectly with the spices (think mulled wine) but use what you like!

3. Can I omit the vodka?  You sure can! You may wish for a little more punch since there are two cups of apple cider in this and you may want to reduce the sugar but make it however you like!

4. Can I use other flavors of vodka?  I'm sure you can! I love the vanilla with the cinnamon and ginger but I'm sure pear or caramel apple would be excellent too!

5. Do I have to use the pumpkin pie spice?  I can't make you but I sure wish you'd give it a try because the little hint of warm spices really makes this sangria!

6. What kind of wine should I use?  I typically use a sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio or chardonnay. If you use something sweet like moscato you will need to reduce or omit the sugar.

APPETIZERS TO PAIR WITH THIS FALL-FEELING COCKTAIL

SALTED PECAN BRIE TARTLETS WITH HONEY DRIZZLE - A fun and easy appetizer recipe made with mini phyllo cups filled with creamy brie, toasty pecans and sea salt drizzled with honey. 

PECAN CHEDDAR CHEESE RING WITH STRAWBERRY PRESERVES - Rosalynn Carter’s vintage appetizer recipe for a pecan and cheddar cheese ring with a slight hint of heat with strawberry preserves in the center served with crackers. 

PARMESAN SPINACH BALLS - An easy, crowd-pleasing recipe for bite-sized appetizers using spinach, parmesan cheese and herb stuffing. 

SMOKED SALMON BALL - A retro appetizer recipe with canned salmon, cream cheese and smoky flavor made into a cheese ball perfect to spread on crackers. 

HIGH ROLLER PINWHEEL SANDWICHES - A pinwheel roll-up with roast beef, horseradish, cheddar cheese and a little kick wrapped in tortillas, flatbread or Hye cracker bread.

GOAT CHEESE WITH HONEY, DRIED FRUIT & NUTS - A quick and easy appetizer recipe of goat cheese (or cream cheese), honey and dried fruit and nuts perfect to serve with crackers. 

Recipe for Wicked Autumn Apple Sangria

Wicked Autumn Apple Sangria

Yield: 18 Servings

Author: Mandy Rivers | South Your Mouth

Prep time: 15 MinInactive time: 4 HourTotal time: 4 H & 15 M

A white wine sangria recipe perfect for Fall and Thanksgiving made with apples, pears, oranges and a little pinch of something special that will have guests begging for the recipe!

Ingredients

• 1 cup vanilla vodka
• 1 cup sugar (or to taste)
• 2 cups apple cider
• 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 honey crisp apples
• 2 pears
• 1 large orange
• 2 bottles dry white wine

Instructions

1. Combine vanilla vodka, sugar, apple cider and pumpkin pie spice in a gallon pitcher then stir until sugar is dissolved. 1 c. vodka, 1 c. sugar, 2 c. apple cider, 1/4 tsp pie spice
2. Chop apples, pears and orange into small pieces then add to vodka mixture. 2 apples, 2 pears, 1 orange
3. Marinate fruit from 4 to 24 hours in refrigerator.
4. When ready to serve, add chilled wine and stir to combine. 2 bottles wine

Notes

• Recipe can be easily reduced by adjusting the servings on the recipe card.
• I typically use a sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio or chardonnay. If you use something sweet like moscato you will need to reduce or omit the sugar.
• See FAQ section above recipe card for tips and answers to other common questions.

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