If any of you know me at all, I’m not a big cocktail drinker. Sure, I enjoy a mojito or a martini every once in a while, but I think the title of my blog says it all. I tend to lean towards beer: really good craft beer. Sangria is different though; and although I predominately lean towards beer, I do love wine as well. My sister, Kara, will be visiting for Thanksgiving. Although she is very slowly getting into craft beer, I wanted to make something that she would enjoy. Sangria isn’t just for the summer time. You can really make it any time of year, and with the right ingredients you can make it as Thanksgiving(y) or as Christmas(y) as you like. This sangria combines some of my favorite flavors: apple, cranberry and pear; and it is the perfect little addition to your Thanksgiving (or your Christmas) spread. If you love a good white sangria, then this recipe is most definitely for you.
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First things first. Aren’t these the cutest little tumblers ever?! Ahh! World Market: $1.99 a piece. Get to it. You know you want to.
Weather: We got snow! Alert the media! It finally happened. It’s about time. Unfortunately, it is almost melted. Oh Colorado, you are so predictable.
What’s going on: I wasn’t really thinking early this afternoon when I actually decided to make the sangria. I didn’t think about the fact that someone would need to drink it. So here we are, and it’s 3:30 and I’ve already had half a pitcher. It should be a fantabulous night! Good thing it’s Saturday.
Recipe Fun Facts:
You can most certainly make this non-alcoholic, especially for my friends out there who are expecting. We most certainly can’t forget about you guys! I think this sangria is just as good without the wine. Instead of adding some pinot, replace it with extra club soda and apple cider. I like to go a little heavy on the cider because that’s the best part =).
If you will be adding wine, I also like using prosecco for this recipe. I love prosecco and because it is bubbly, you don’t need as much club soda. Win.
Also: raw sugar rim. Win.
Oh and also: rosemary sprigs dipped in sugar. Win. Win….Win.
Beer Love:
There will be no beer pairing on this one. Shame on you.
I hope everyone is having a great weekend!
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9 Responses
I love the sound of this recipe! It’s perfect for this time of year. I am going to make it for one of my dinner parties.
Thank you! I hope everyone loves it! The flavors were perfect for Thanksgiving or the holiday season!