Caramel Apple Sangria is the ultimate fall cocktail!
Spiced apple cider, velvety caramel vodka, and tart apple slices swirl together with Riesling wine for a drink that goes down smooth.
It’s all the wonderful flavors of a caramel apple — in a glass. And the best part? No sticky caramel on your teeth.
Why KJ Loves
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“What’s not to love about Caramel Apple Sangria?! It’s so smooth, velvety and tasted like a liquid caramel apple! This sangria is a crowd favorite every time it’s made!”
A Fall Fave
I originally posted this caramel apple sangria recipe in 2016. Since then, it has been so popular that new pictures were necessary.
Anytime we go to a fall gathering, people ask me to bring Caramel Apple Sangria.
This sangria will have you ready to snuggle up in a blanket next to a fire while you watch the leaves drop outside.
Caramel apple sangria is perfect for football parties, fall dinners, campfires, Halloween parties, and Thanksgiving.
Or enjoy it with a bowl of popcorn and an episode of Gilmore Girls! It’s the cocktail to carry you through the fall season and holidays!
I love making a trip to the local apple orchard to stock up on ingredients — while enjoying a brisk fall day.
Caramel Apple Sangria Ingredients
First things first, this sangria is SNEAKY GOOD, so drink responsibly! 😉 Only a handful of ingredients are needed to bring this sangria to life:
Riesling Wine
Use your favorite brand or bottle here! Since it is the base of the sangria, choose a bottle that you’ll enjoy. You can also use Moscato, which will result in a sweeter sangria. If you don’t like your cocktails quite as sweet, you may want to choose a dryer, crisper bottle since the apple cider and caramel vodka add sweetness to the sangria.
Apple Cider
The main apple flavor component! Go for the good apple cider that needs to be refrigerated after opening (the kind that isn’t see-through). Sparkling apple cider would also be a nice touch!
Caramel Vodka
Where allllll the velvety smooth caramel flavor comes from. It even smells like freshly opened caramel!
Fresh Apple Slices
Grab a couple of bright green Granny Smith apples and perfectly red Gala apples. Thinly slice them and toss them right on in.
How To Make Caramel Apple Sangria
1
Slice the apples.
The thinner the better.
2
Combine the ingredients.
Dump everything into a deep pitcher and stir.
3
Refrigerate.
Make sure to chill your fall sangria at least 30 minutes prior to serving. It stays good for up to 24 hours in the fridge.
Serve this drink in wine glasses or any other fun glasses you have on hand. Garnish with extra slices of apple or a cinnamon stick.
4
Wash the dishes. How sad.
Caramel Apple Sangria FAQ
What kind of wine do you use for sangria?
I recommend a white wine like Riesling for this caramel apple sangria recipe.
Do you eat the apples in the sangria?
Yes, you can eat the apples in your sangria if you want! They’ll have soaked up the delicious flavors from the drink.
What is in sangria?
Sangria usually incorporates red wine, soda, and fresh fruits. There are many variations with different ingredients, like spices, liqueurs, or sweeteners. This sangria recipe is a twist on the classic recipe, using white wine, apple cider, caramel vodka, green apple slices, and red apple slices.
Other Fun Fall Cocktails
- In the mood for a pumpkin spice latte…but with a little kick? Meet the Caramel Pumpkin Spice White Russian.
- Pumpkin spice is not just for coffee! Try a Tipsy Pumpkin Cocktail.
More of a whiskey lover? Mix up some Hard Apple Whiskey Sours.
Caramel Apple Sangria
(6 votes, average: 4.83 out of 5)
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- Total Time: 15 minutes prep + 30 minutes refrigeration
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
Description
Caramel Apple Sangria is a fun, festive cocktail loaded full of Fall flavor! Spiced apple cider, velvety caramel vodka and vibrant apple slices swirl together to make a drink that goes down smooth. It’s all the wonderful flavors of a caramel apple in a glass without the caramel sticking to your teeth!
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups caramel vodka
- 1 bottle Riesling wine (750ml)
- 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 Gala apples, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Combine all of the ingredients into a deep pitcher and stir to combine.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes prior to serving and up to 24 hours in advance. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes refrigeration
- Category: Drinks
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 303
- Sugar: 22.9g
- Sodium: 9mg
- Fat: 0.1g
- Carbohydrates: 27.8g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Protein: 0.1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Caramel Apple Sangria
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