Red Sangria

A house big batch: red wine, brandy and orange with sliced fruit, chilled until the flavors marry. Topped with soda to keep it light.

Time: 15 min
Difficulty: Easy
Method: Built in glass
Glass: Wine glass

Ingredients

Servings

Red wine — one bottle, fruity Spanish red3 ¼ cups (25 oz)
Brandy4 oz
Triple sec2 oz
Orange juice8 oz
Simple syrup — to taste2 oz
Club soda — add just before serving8 oz

Garnish: Orange slice (8 slices), Apple slice (8 slices)

Batching tip: mix everything except ice and sparkling mixers up to a few hours ahead and keep it chilled. Pour over fresh ice to serve. Add the bubbly part right before serving so it stays fizzy.

How to make it

1
Slice an orange, a lemon and an apple into a large pitcher.
2
Add wine, brandy, triple sec, orange juice and simple syrup and stir.
3
Chill for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
4
Add ice and soda water just before serving.

Bar gear

Tools you'll need

JiggerA double-sided measure so every drink comes out the same. Look for one marked in ½ and ¼ oz.
Bar spoonA long, thin spoon for stirring, layering and fishing out cherries.
PitcherFor batching a round of drinks before guests arrive.