This easy holiday sangria recipe transforms the familiar warmth of mulled cider into a refreshing, big-batch cocktail perfect for sharing. The secret is simmering the cider with cinnamon, allspice, and fresh apples to create a rich, spiced base. Once cooled, simply mix the base with red wine, brandy, and sliced fresh fruit like pear and orange. Give the spiced apple cider sangria at least two hours to chill before serving. Find all the fresh ingredients for this delicious red wine cider cocktail at your local Vallarta Supermarkets! 🍎🍷

Preparation

1. In 6-inch square piece of cheesecloth, wrap allspice, peppercorns, cloves and cinnamon sticks; tie with kitchen string to secure.

2. In large saucepot, heat apples, cider, cranberries and wrapped spices to a boil over medium-high heat; reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes. Remove wrapped spices; cool slightly. Makes about 3 cups cider mixture.

3. In large pitcher, stir wine, pear, orange, brandy, orange juice and cider mixture; refrigerate at least 2 hours or until chilled. Makes about 10 cups.

4. Serve sangria over ice.

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