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Cozy Halloween Spiked Apple Cider Sangria

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This spiked apple cider sangria is a cozy, spiced fall drink with a kick, perfect for adult Halloween parties. It’s quick to make with simple ingredients and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (32 ounces) apple cider
  • 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • ½ cup brandy or bourbon
  • 1 large orange, thinly sliced into rounds, then halved
  • 1 medium apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji), cored and thinly sliced
  • 2–3 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 2–3 whole star anise pods (optional)
  • 2–3 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
  • Ice for serving
  • For garnish: extra apple slices, orange slices, and whole cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Wash the apple and orange thoroughly. Thinly slice the orange into rounds, then cut each round in half. Core the apple and slice it into thin half-moons.
  2. Place the sliced fruit, cinnamon sticks, and star anise (if using) in a large pitcher.
  3. Pour in the apple cider, white wine, and brandy or bourbon. If using maple syrup or honey, add it now. Stir gently with a wooden spoon to combine.
  4. Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld.
  5. Before serving, taste and adjust sweetness with more maple syrup or a squeeze of fresh orange juice if needed.
  6. Fill glasses with ice (or frozen cider cubes). Pour the sangria over the ice, making sure to include some fruit in each glass. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or extra apple slice and serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t skip the chilling time—it’s crucial for flavor melding. Use a dry white wine to avoid cloying sweetness. For a non-diluting option, freeze apple cider into ice cubes. The sangria gets better after 24 hours in the fridge. For a non-alcoholic version, omit wine and brandy and add sparkling water or ginger ale.

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