Mealtime Magic: DIY Sangria

Bottled Sangria continues to be a popular go-to cocktail amongst consumers, especially for this time of year as seen in its steady boost in popularity and continued growth in sales (according to Market Watch Mag). However with high demand, of course, comes increased price points in both retail locations and in restaurants. I was recently sent some DIY Sangria Recipes courtesy of Santa Margherita and Sparkling Ice that you can try for yourself.

Red Sangria

Recipe Credit: Santa Margherita

SERVINGS: 4

INGREDIENTS

• 1 bottle of Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva
• 1 large orange, sliced
• 1 large apple, chopped
• 1 large pear, chopped
• Seeds of 1 pomegranate
• 4 cinnamon sticks

DIRECTIONS

1. Add fruit to a large pitcher.
2. Top with Santa Margherita Chianti Classico Riserva.
3. Place in fridge for an hour before serving.
4. Spoon fruit into glass before pouring wine.
5. Garnish with cinnamon stick.
6. Add ice to top (optional).

Sparkling Sangria

Recipe Credit: Sparkling Ice

INGREDIENTS

1 peach, sliced

½ orange, sliced

¾ cup peach brandy

1 bottle white wine, chilled

4 cups Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade

DIRECTIONS

Place peaches, oranges, and brandy in a pitcher then lightly muddle. Add wine and Sparkling Ice Classic Lemonade and stir. Serve over ice and garnish with a peach slice.

Winter Sangria

Recipe Credit: Sparkling Ice

INGREDIENTS

1/2 Apple, sliced

1 orange, sliced

1/2 pear, sliced

Cinnamon Stick

1 bottle red wine

1/2 cup Brandy

1 cup Sparkling Ice Orange Mango

DIRECTIONS

Cut fruit into equal sizes and place in pitcher with the cinnamon stick. Pour in the bottle of wine, bourbon, and Sparkling Ice Orange Mango over fruit. Gently stir to combine. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 3 hours, up to 2 days. Serve cold over ice.