Description
Crisp, cozy, and kissed with spice, this Pumpkin Apple Sangria captures everything we love about fall—from orchard sweetness to cinnamon warmth. Whether you’re sipping by the fire or serving up Friendsgiving flair, it’s joy in pitcher form. Bonus: There’s a mocktail version for zero-proof magic!
Ingredients
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1 bottle dry white wine (or 3 cups chilled white tea)
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1 apple, diced (skin on!)
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½ cup fresh or lightly cooked pumpkin cubes
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½ orange, thinly sliced
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2 cinnamon sticks
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¼ tsp ground ginger (or 1 tsp fresh grated)
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1–2 tbsp maple syrup or honey (to taste)
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Optional: Sparkling water or ginger beer (for fizz!)
Instructions
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Pour & Add: In a large pitcher, combine wine or tea, fruit, spices, and maple syrup. Stir gently.
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Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best!).
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Fizz Finale: Just before serving, stir in sparkling water for a bubbly lift.
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Serve with Style: Spoon fruit into glasses, then pour over the sangria. Garnish with a cinnamon stick for extra charm.
Notes
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Make it Boozy: Add 2 oz bourbon or brandy.
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No pumpkin? Sub in butternut squash or firm pear cubes.
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Mocktail Win: Use jasmine tea + apple juice concentrate for a deeper flavor.
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Fancy Garnish Bar: Add rosemary, candied ginger, or star anise for flair.
Nutrition
- Calories: 70 kcal per serving
- Sugar: 13g
- Fat: 2g