Harvest Sangria

A pitcher of fall, steeped and ready to pour. Apple Crisp Syrup deepens the white wine's stone-fruit sweetness while a float of ginger beer keeps every glass fizzy. Mix it an hour ahead — the chill time is where the flavors come together.

At a glance

Prep time

10 minutes

Chill time

1 hour

Yield

10–12 servings

Glassware

Wine glass or pitcher

Ingredients

• 1 apple, sliced
• 1 pear, sliced
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 3 to 4 whole star anise
• 750 ml full-bodied dry white wine, such as Chardonnay
• 4 oz Apple Crisp Syrup
• ½ cup brandy
• ¼ cup orange liqueur, such as Grand Marnier or Cointreau
• 24 oz ginger beer

Instructions

1. Add the apple, pear, cinnamon sticks, and star anise to a 2-quart pitcher.
2. Pour in the wine, Apple Crisp Syrup, brandy, and orange liqueur.
3. Refrigerate for an hour so the flavors meld.
4. Fill glasses with ice, then pour in the sangria until about two-thirds full.
5. Top each glass with 2 oz of ginger beer and serve (or stir all the ginger beer into the pitcher right before serving).

At Portland Syrups, we make better-tasting, better-for-you beverage syrups using high-quality ingredients and bold flavors. We empower everyone to create the drinks they love their way. Each 12 oz bottle makes 12–24 drinks.