Spiced Fireball Apple Cider Sangria Recipe
A cozy and festive fall cocktail combining sweet apple cider, cinnamon Fireball whiskey, fresh apples, red wine, and a splash of ginger ale for a spicy, bubbly sangria perfect for autumn gatherings and holiday parties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-cook, mix and chill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Spices
- 4 apples, thinly sliced (Honeycrisp, Gala, or Granny Smith)
- 3 cinnamon sticks
Liquids
- 5 cups apple cider
- 1.5 L Pinot Grigio wine
- 1 cup Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
- 7.5 oz ginger ale (add just before serving)
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients except ginger ale: In a large pitcher, place the thinly sliced apples, cinnamon sticks, apple cider, Pinot Grigio wine, and Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey. Gently stir together to begin melding the flavors.
- Let the sangria steep: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2-4 hours or overnight if possible. This resting time allows the cinnamon, apples, and spices to infuse the sangria, enhancing the depth of flavor.
- Add ginger ale before serving: Just before serving, pour in the ginger ale to maintain the fizzy texture. Stir gently to combine without losing bubbles.
- Serve chilled over ice: Pour the sangria over ice in glasses, including some of the boozy apple slices for garnish and extra flavor.
Notes
- Add ginger ale only just before serving to keep the sangria bubbly and fresh.
- Use crisp apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to ensure the fruit holds its shape and adds nice texture.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the Fireball and add extra apple cider with cinnamon sticks.
- This sangria keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; stir before serving.
- Muddle cinnamon sticks lightly before adding to release more spice if desired.
- Serve in smaller portions due to the strong alcohol content.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (approx. 8 oz)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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