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Crowd-Pleasing Maple Bourbon Apple Cider Sangria: Easy Fall Recipe

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This easy fall sangria combines apple cider, bourbon, and maple syrup for a crowd-pleasing drink that comes together in under 10 minutes. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Halloween parties, or any cozy gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine (Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, or dry Riesling)
  • 2 cups apple cider (unfiltered preferred)
  • 1/2 cup bourbon (middle-shelf, like Bulleit or Maker’s Mark)
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup (Grade A dark amber)
  • 2 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), thinly sliced
  • 1 large orange, cut into thin rounds and quartered
  • 1 cup ice cubes (for serving)
  • Optional garnish: fresh rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the apples and orange. Cut apples into thin slices (about 1/4 inch thick), then halve the slices. Cut orange into thin rounds, then quarter each round. Leave peels on.
  2. Open the wine and pour it into a large pitcher or punch bowl.
  3. Add the apple cider slowly and stir gently.
  4. Pour the bourbon directly into the pitcher (no need to mix separately).
  5. Add the maple syrup and stir thoroughly for about 30 seconds until completely dissolved.
  6. Add the apple slices and orange quarters. Stir gently to distribute.
  7. Taste and adjust sweetness or bourbon as desired.
  8. Optional: Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Serve over ice in glasses, ensuring each glass gets some fruit.
  10. Garnish with a rosemary sprig and cinnamon stick if desired.

Notes

Use a dry white wine to balance sweetness. Don’t skimp on bourbon—use one you’d drink neat. Keep ice separate from the pitcher to avoid dilution. Apple slices should be about 1/4 inch thick to avoid mushiness. For a non-alcoholic version, swap wine for sparkling apple cider and bourbon for vanilla extract and apple juice. Sangria keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days; flavors improve overnight.

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Keywords: sangria, apple cider, bourbon, maple syrup, fall cocktail, easy sangria, crowd-pleasing, Thanksgiving drink, Halloween drink

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