Seasonally spiced red sangria is the cocktail of the holiday season. It's fruity and punchy, but also just sophisticated enough - AKA it's going to make everyone happy! Make a large batch and serve in a punch bowl as the centerpiece of your holiday table.
1bottledry red winemerlot, pinot noir, cabernet sauvignon
¾cbrandy
½corange juice
½ccranberry juice
1tspwhole cloves
2wholestar anise
2cinnamon sticks
8cardamom podslightly crushed
Instructions
Add the oranges, apples, cranberries and fruit to a pitcher, along with the sugar. Use a wooden spoon to stir the sugar into the fruit and gently crush it.
Add wine, brand, orange juice, and cranberry juice to the pitcher; stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
Add the whole cloves, cardamom pods, and cinnamon sticks. Stir once more, then chill at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.