Ingredients
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- 1 bottle red wine (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Tempranillo)
- 1 orange, cut into wedges
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 cup berries (strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries)
- ¼ cup brandy
- 2-3 tablespoons sugar or honey (adjust to taste)
- Club soda or sparkling water, to taste
- Optional: cinnamon stick, star anise, or cloves
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the wine, citrus wedges, apple slices, and berries.
- Add the brandy and sweetener. Stir gently to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
- Before serving, add club soda or sparkling water to taste.
- Garnish with additional fruit slices or herbs, such as mint or a cinnamon stick.
- Serve chilled with ice cubes if desired.
Notes
- Make ahead for better flavor infusion.
- Adjust sweetness to your liking with honey or agave.
- For a non-alcoholic version, swap wine with grape juice and omit brandy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-4 hours (overnight is ideal)
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg