Autumn Sangria with Pears, Cranberries & Warm Spices

This post is sponsored by Prairie Organic Vodka. All opinions are my own. 21+ Drink responsibly.

This vibrant fall sangria captures the colors and aromas of the season. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing cocktail that combines fresh apples, orange slices, cinnamon, cranberries, red wine, apple cider, and Prairie Organic Vodka for a perfectly spiced autumn drink. Follow the simple steps below to make this irresistible sangria for parties or cozy evenings at home.

Fall Sangria

This fall sangria takes less than ten minutes to assemble and then chills as the flavors meld. It’s full of autumnal notes and looks beautiful served in clear glasses with floating fruit and a cinnamon stick garnish. Ideal for harvest gatherings, Thanksgiving, or a relaxed night in by the fire.

What is Sangria?

Sangria is a refreshing wine-based punch traditionally made with red or white wine, chopped fruit, a splash of citrus juice, and a spirit such as vodka or brandy. This version leans into seasonal flavors—think cinnamon, apple cider, cranberries, and orange—paired with a smooth organic vodka for balance.

Ingredients for Fall Sangria

Using a high-quality organic vodka like Prairie Organic Vodka creates a cleaner, brighter flavor in cocktails. It’s gluten-free and certified organic, which complements the fresh fruit and spices in this sangria. If you prefer, substitute another neutral spirit or omit the vodka for a lighter, family-friendly punch.

How to Make Fall Sangria

Prepare a large pitcher and follow these straightforward steps:

1. Place the cinnamon sticks, chopped apples, orange slices, and fresh cranberries in a large pitcher.
2. Add the bottle of red wine, apple cider, vodka, cranberry juice, and lemon juice. Stir gently until combined.
3. Taste and, if you prefer a sweeter sangria, add 1–2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, honey, or agave and stir until dissolved.
4. Cover and refrigerate for 6–24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it chills, the more infused the wine becomes.
5. When ready to serve, pour the sangria into glasses, including some of the fruit in each glass. Add a cinnamon stick to each serving for garnish.
6. If desired, top each glass with a splash of club soda for a light fizz and add ice to chill further.

Optional presentation tip: Rim glasses with a cinnamon-sugar mixture for a festive touch. To do this, moisten the rim with water, then dip the rim into a shallow dish of combined cinnamon and sugar.

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Fall Sangria

Gorgeous and delicious, this fall sangria is filled with the flavors and colors of autumn. Fresh apples, oranges, cinnamon, cranberries, red wine, apple cider, and vodka create an amazing cocktail you’ll love.

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
0 minutes

Total Time
10 minutes plus chilling

Servings
8

Ingredients

• 3 cinnamon sticks, extra for garnish
• 2 Honeycrisp apples, chopped
• 1 orange, sliced thin
• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 1 bottle red wine, pinot noir (750 ml)
• 1 ½ cups apple cider, sweetened and unfiltered
• ½ cup Prairie Organic Vodka
• ½ cup cranberry juice
• Juice from one lemon
• Club soda, to taste

Instructions

1. Place the cinnamon sticks, apples, orange slices, and cranberries in a large pitcher.
2. Add the wine, apple cider, vodka, cranberry juice, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.
3. Refrigerate for 6–24 hours to let flavors meld.
4. To serve, pour into glasses with fruit and a cinnamon stick. Add a splash of club soda and ice if desired.
5. Optional: rim glasses with a cinnamon-sugar mixture before pouring for a decorative touch.

Nutrition

Calories: 182 kcal |
Carbohydrates: 20.2 g |
Protein: 0.5 g |
Fat: 0.2 g |
Fiber: 2.9 g |
Sugar: 13.5 g

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