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Best Caramel Apple Sangria for a Crowd (Easy Fall Recipe)

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This caramel apple sangria is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for fall entertaining, combining crisp apple cider, smooth caramel, and a splash of brandy for a drink that tastes like the season. Perfect for scaling up for a crowd, it’s a make-ahead magic recipe that always gets rave reviews.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bottle (750 ml) Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup apple liqueur (optional)
  • 2 apples, thinly sliced (e.g., Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
  • 2 pears, thinly sliced (e.g., Bosc or Anjou)
  • 1 cup seedless red grapes, halved
  • Cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
  • Fresh rosemary sprigs (optional, for garnish)
  • Additional caramel sauce for drizzling

Instructions

  1. Prepare the caramel apple base: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 cups of apple cider and 1/2 cup of caramel sauce. Whisk gently until the caramel is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth, about 3-4 minutes. Do not let it boil. Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
  2. Slice the fruit: While the caramel mixture cools, thinly slice the apples and pears into rounds or half-moons, about 1/4 inch thick. Halve the grapes. Place all the fruit in a large pitcher or punch bowl.
  3. Combine the liquids: Pour the cooled caramel-apple mixture over the fruit. Add the bottle of white wine, 1/4 cup brandy, and 1/4 cup apple liqueur (if using). Stir gently to combine until the caramel is fully incorporated.
  4. Chill and infuse: Cover the pitcher or punch bowl and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours, or overnight for best results. The fruit will absorb the liquid and the flavors will meld.
  5. Prepare for serving: When ready to serve, give the sangria a good stir. Add a few cinnamon sticks to the pitcher for visual appeal and gentle flavor infusion.
  6. Serve with ice and garnish: Fill glasses with ice. Pour the sangria, making sure to include some of the soaked fruit in each glass. Drizzle a little extra caramel sauce over the top if desired. Garnish with a cinnamon stick and, if using, a sprig of fresh rosemary.

Notes

For best results, let the sangria chill overnight (12-24 hours) to allow flavors to meld. Use a dry white wine like Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc to balance the sweetness. If the sangria is too sweet, add a splash more wine or lemon juice. For a non-alcoholic version, omit wine, brandy, and apple liqueur, and replace with additional apple cider and sparkling water or ginger ale.

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