Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (2024)

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This Caramel Apple Sangria is only FOUR ingredients and it is delicious! It tastes just like a caramel apple! Such an easy white wine sangria recipe!

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The other day someone said something to me and it has me totally thinking about my parenting. Like I’m watching my own parenting now with a microscope.

It’s annoying.

It’s made me question if I’m patient enough with my kiddos. If I am too strict. You know, fun stuff.

I was talking about it with a friend the other day and she said, “Lisa. You are a good mom. It’s the end of summer vacation. You CANNOT judge your parenting based on right now. Give it a solid two weeks before you even think about it again.”

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So smart. It’s important to keep smart friends around. The good news is that I’ve been a lot more patient with my kids, which I think they kind of needed as they struggle with the end of summer and mixed feelings about going back to school. The bad news is that patience is hard guys, lol. And usually it means by the end of the day I need a nice glass of . . . you know, anything.

TURNING CARAMEL APPLES INTO SANGRIA

Enter my new best friend, Caramel Apple Sangria. Because you know that I don’t just do caramel apples as a caramel apple. I do Caramel Apple Poke Cake. I do Caramel Apple Cobbler. I do Caramel Apple Milkshake. And now this! You guys, it’s so good. I “tested” the various ratio options when it comes to the liquor you put in this, deciding just how much caramel vodka and just how much apple liquor was needed to make the most caramely appley taste and we have a winner, friends!

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FOUR INGREDIENT CARAMEL APPLE SANGRIA

And did I mention that this is only four ingredients? Awesome, right? So if you lose your patience with your kids, you are only four ingredients away from Caramel Apple Sangria. A few sips and then reset.

And you know what? Losing your patience with your kids is just a good lesson in teaching them humility. You just apologize and they get a good life lesson. And you get sangria. Win – win.

If you need more good fall sangria recipes, make sure you look at this Cranberry Orange Sangria, this Easy Holiday Sangria, this Blackberry Apple Spooky Sangria, and this Halloween Sangria!

Click here for more sangria recipes.

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Prep: 5 minutes minutes

Total: 5 minutes minutes

This Caramel Apple Sangria is only FOUR ingredients and it is delicious! It tastes just like a caramel apple! Such an easy white wine sangria recipe!

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup caramel vodka
  • 1 cup apple liquor see note
  • 750 ml white wine I used a sparkling white
  • 2 green apples cut up see note

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large pitcher.

  • Chill and serve.

Notes

If you decide to double this recipe, and I really think that you should, you don't need to double the number of apples in it. It will still be delicious with two.

I used Apple Pucker, but there are lots of great apple liquors on the market and any will do!

Author: Lisa Longley

Course: co*cktails

Cuisine: American

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  1. Heather says

    Going to try making this for Saturday. How far in advance can you make it, especially if using sparkling white? Thanks!

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (11)Lisa Longley says

      I honestly would make it right before the party, because the apples won’t hold up.

      Reply

  2. Jona Kandarian says

    Me and my mom will be making this for thanksgiving! She loves this idea! Thank you for sharing all your recipes and making it so easy to follow!! Hope you and all your readers have a GREAT THANKSGIVING ???? ????

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (12)Lisa Longley says

      I hope you both love it!

      Reply

  3. Karen says

    You keep mentioning sparkling white barefoot and several comments have tried to narrow you down on which barefoot. There are so many. Barefoot what? Prosecco? Be specific please.
    Thank you.

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (13)Lisa Longley says

      It is literally a sparkling white from Barefoot brand. It’s possible that they don’t sell it anymore. Any sweet white will work great in this though. And if the end result isn’t sweet enough you can add a little simple syrup or apple juice.

      Reply

  4. Jo says

    Could someone who actually made this comment instead of “I CAN’T WAIT TO MAKE THIS”. why do people make those comments? Not helpful at all. No one cares if you PLAN to make it.

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (14)Lisa Longley says

      Hi Jo! I’m sorry you haven’t seen comments from people who have actually made it. I 100% get that frustration. You want to know it’s good before you invest in the ingredients. I have received comments on social media from people who have loved this recipe if that is helpful at all. That said, I actually love hearing from my readers, no matter what they have to say. And often it is just them telling me they are excited.

      Reply

  5. Denise Dircks says

    How many servings does this make?

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (15)Lisa Longley says

      6 servings

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  6. Sandi says

    Is it ok to mix the apples with “FRESH FRUIT” to keep them from browning as I would like to mix this 1 day before serving?

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (16)Lisa Longley says

      I’m not sure Sandi, I’ve never used that. If you try it let me know how it goes!

      Reply

  7. Rachel says

    Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (17)
    I have made this the last two Thanksgivings and will be doing it again this year. It’s delicious! I follow the recipe exactly as written. I’ve never doubled it, but might do that this year.

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (18)Lisa Longley says

      I’m so glad to hear that, Rachel!

      Reply

  8. Lori says

    Can I use gala apples ? Green are too tart for me .

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (19)Lisa Longley says

      For sure!

      Reply

  9. Jackie says

    Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (20)
    Just made a double pitcher of this caramel apple sangria for dinner guests tonight and it is gone! It was so easy to make, it was light, not overly sweet and absolutely delicious. I used salted caramel vodka because I just happened to have it on hand. We also used Barefoot Moscato Spumante sparkling wine. This recipe is a definite keeper! Thank you for sharing!

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    • Caramel Apple Sangria Recipe: Perfect Fall Sangria (21)Lisa Longley says

      Ooo, now I am going to need to try it with the salted caramel. I’m so happy you liked it!

      Reply

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FAQs

What are the basic ingredients in sangria? ›

Is it better to make sangria the night before? ›

Cover the pitcher and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight. The sangria gets softer, sweeter, and much more delicious overnight in the fridge.

What fruit to add to bottled sangria? ›

Any juicy fruits (such as citrus, berries, grapes, pineapple, mango, kiwi, etc.) would be delicious. Add fresh ginger: If you would like to give your sangria a bit of a kick, muddle in a few slices of fresh ginger.

Do you eat the apples in sangria? ›

Some people consider it to be unacceptable to eat the fruit in Sangria. In contrast, others view it as an essential part of the drink. Whether you are one of those who choose to nibble on some fruit or not, there is no doubt that the sliced fruit served with the Sangria soaks up the flavors and is delicious to eat!

How much alcohol is usually in sangria? ›

EU law says bottles from Spain are limited by law to less than 12% alcohol by volume (ABV). Bottles produced in the U.S. usually have between 5% and 15%. Sangria made with red wine is usually stronger than white wine punches.

What is the best wine for sangria? ›

The best wine for sangria is Garnacha (also called Grenache) or Pinot Noir. Garnacha comes from Spain, so it's my top pick for authentic Spanish sangria! Choose an inexpensive wine (under $20) that you would enjoy on its own. Why Garnacha and Pinot Noir?

Can you leave fruit in sangria overnight? ›

The rule of thumb for sangria preparation is to let the fruit pieces marinate in the alcoholic base while in the refrigerator for about 12 to 24 hours. This allows the fruits enough time to soak up and infuse their flavor into the wine.

How long should you let sangria sit? ›

The longer sangria sits in the refrigerator, the more the wine soaks into the fruit. I recommend refrigerating the sangria for at least 2 hours before serving, but preferably overnight.

How long does homemade sangria last? ›

Generally, an unopened bottle of Sangria can be stored for 2 years. While an opened bottle of Sangria lasts 3-4 days. The shelf life of Sangria varies depending on its ingredients, and whether it's commercially produced or homemade.

Is fresh or frozen fruit better for sangria? ›

Fresh fruit is ideal, but to serve this drink year-round, you can substitute frozen. Lemon-lime soda: Lemon-lime soda adds citrus flavor and a hint of bubbles to the sangria. Sugar: You'll use a small amount of granulated sugar in this recipe.

What is the most common fruit in sangria? ›

Orange: This is the classic citrus fruit people add to red wine-based sangria. Orange pairs perfectly with the next go-to fruit on this list. Apple: For a traditional take on a red wine sangria, go with apple. Just be sure to pick a variety you enjoy eating.

How do you spice up a bottle of sangria? ›

Mix the sugars, vanilla extract, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg and pumpkin purée in a pan with 125ml of water and heat over a medium heat until you have a pumpkin spice syrup (5-10 minutes). Add 2 shots of syrup to a pitcher with the wine and bourbon, then serve over ice.

What is the best cheap red wine for sangria? ›

What Is the Best Wine For Sangria? Any dry red wine will work, but we like to use fruity Spanish wine, such as Garnacha for the best flavor results. It doesn't have to be the most expensive bottle either. You'll be adding so many sweet ingredients to the wine that will dress it up.

Should sangria sit overnight? ›

Most sangria recipes call for letting the wine rest overnight, or at least for a few hours in the refrigerator. This lets the fruit infuse the wine, getting its juices in the mix and sweetening the drink. The sweetness in sangria should come from the fruit itself, and perhaps the wine, not from a soda like 7-Up.

What is white wine and orange juice called? ›

To make 1 mimosa co*cktail: In a champagne flute, combine 1/3 cup chilled sparkling wine and 1/3 cup chilled orange juice.

How far in advance should I make sangria? ›

How far in advance can I make the sangria? You can make this sangria recipe up to 48 hours before serving it. Once again, the longer the fruit sits in the booze, the more it enhances the flavor of the sangria!

Is sangria a wine or drink? ›

Sangria's popularity in the wine section of shops and restaurants might have you wondering “is sangria wine?” Well, sangria isn't a type of wine per say, but it is a delicious wine-based beverage that emphasizes wine's delicious fruit-forward elements.

Does sangria contain orange juice? ›

Method. Mix all the ingredients together in a large jug and add more red wine, orange juice or lemonade according to taste and desired strength. Pour into glasses, garnish with mint sprigs and fruit.

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