Can I make Thanksgiving sangria in advance?

Yes, sangria actually tastes better when made ahead. Mix everything except the sparkling wine, then refrigerate overnight.

Can I use a different wine for this sangria?

Absolutely. While red wine is traditional, you can also make a white wine or rosé version for a lighter flavor.

Can I make this sangria non-alcoholic?

Yes, simply swap the wine with sparkling grape juice or a mix of cider and soda water for a Thanksgiving sangria mocktail .

Can I use frozen cranberries instead of fresh?

Yes, frozen cranberries work well and also help chill the sangria.

What’s the best way to keep sangria cold during dinner?

Serve it in a large pitcher with plenty of ice, or keep the pitcher refrigerated until guests are ready to drink.

Best Thanksgiving Sangria for a Crowd: Easy Festive Recipe

Description

This Best Thanksgiving Sangria for a Crowd is fruity, spiced, and cozy, making it the perfect pitcher drink for the holidays. Packed with apple cider, cranberry juice, red wine, and fresh seasonal fruits, it’s festive, refreshing, and easy to make ahead for a big family dinner or Friendsgiving celebration.

Ingredients

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1 bottle red wine (Merlot, Garnacha, or similar medium-bodied)
2 cups apple cider
1 cup cranberry juice
1/2 cup orange liqueur (or grape juice for non-alcoholic)
1 cup fresh cranberries
1 large orange, sliced
2 apples, sliced
2–3 cinnamon sticks
1 bottle sparkling wine or club soda (for topping before serving)

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Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine red wine, apple cider, cranberry juice, and orange liqueur (or grape juice).
Add fresh cranberries, orange slices, apple slices, and cinnamon sticks.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow flavors to meld.
Before serving, top with sparkling wine or club soda for fizz.
Stir gently and ladle into glasses, making sure each serving has fruit.

Notes

For a sweeter sangria, add maple syrup or honey to taste. Swap red wine for white or rosé for a lighter version. To make non-alcoholic, use sparkling grape juice and apple cider. Frozen cranberries also work and help keep the drink cold.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Thanksgiving
Method: Chilled
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 180
Sugar: 14g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0g
Cholesterol: 0mg