Christmas Sangria

This Christmas Sangria is made with red wine, fruit juices, brandy, soda, and fruit for a delicious big-batch cocktail that’s perfect for holiday parties.

The Best Holiday Sangria

If you’re looking for a signature drink for a seasonal bash, I have two words for you: Christmas Sangria. This Holiday Sangria is a simple recipe filled with lots of scrumptious seasonal flavors.

Cranberry and orange juice are tangy and fruity, and lemon-lime soda adds a little sparkle.

This festive punch is spiked with three different kinds of booze to really get things buzzing! Red wine, blackberry brandy, and raspberry liqueur give this cocktail one heck of a kick.

Christmas Sangria Ingredients

Merlot
Cranberry Juice
Orange Juic
Simple Syrup
Blackberry Brandy
Chambord
Lemon-Lime Soda
Oranges
Cranberries
Cinnamon Sticks
Rosemary Sprigs

What Type of Brandy Do You Use In Sangria?

This depends on the flavor profile you’re going for. My go-to brandy flavors are apricot and blackberry, but you could use ginger, apple, or cherry.

Basically, whatever you’re feeling like that’s compatible with the rest of your ingredients.

How To Make Sangria

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a large pitcher except for the soda and ice.

2. Chill the mixture in the fridge for at least 6 hours, preferably overnight.

3. Add the ice and soda just before serving. Then garnish with rosemary sprigs for a festive presentation!

This recipe was absolutely delicious, and my guests all raved about it at Christmas dinner. I’ll be making it again for New Years. Thank you!

– Sara

How To Serve Christmas Sangria

Whip up a batch and serve in stemless wine glasses at your next Christmas Party! And don’t forget the Christmas Party Playlist!

Of course, this is also a great excuse to bring out your festive cocktail glasses and straws. (During the holiday season, I like to use drinkware with gold accents!)

And let’s not forget that a fancy Christmas drink isn’t complete without a few garnishes! Candied citrus slices, cinnamon sticks, and fresh sprigs of mint or rosemary put the finishing touches on each yummy glass.

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