Apple Cider Sangria with Caramel Vodka
A crisp autumn-inspired sangria combining chilled apple cider, smooth caramel-flavored vodka, mild white wine, and fresh apples. Allowing the mixture to rest before serving gives the fruit time to infuse the drink with additional apple flavor.
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Ingredients
- 1 bottle 750 ml Pinot Grigio, or an equally mild white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
- 2 medium apples cored and thinly sliced or diced
- 1 cup caramel-flavored vodka such as Smirnoff Caramel Kiss
- 6 cups chilled apple cider
Instructions
- Pour the Pinot Grigio, caramel vodka, and chilled apple cider into a large pitcher. Stir thoroughly until the three liquids are evenly blended into a uniform sangria base.
- Remove the cores from the apples, then cut the fruit into thin slices or small diced pieces, according to your preferred serving style.
- Add the prepared apples directly to the pitcher, or divide them among individual serving glasses before pouring in the sangria. The fresh fruit will gradually contribute additional apple flavor while retaining a pleasant crisp texture.
- Place the prepared sangria in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to mingle and the apples to infuse the beverage. Alternatively, serve it immediately over ice if a chilled drink is desired without the resting period.
Notes
For a more developed flavor, refrigerate the sangria before serving rather than pouring it immediately. The resting time allows the caramel, wine, cider, and fresh apple flavors to blend more fully.