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Applebee's Red Sangria Recipe

Applebee's Red Sangria Recipe - Easy Family Meal

As a die-hard fan of refreshing beverages, the Applebee's Red Sangria has stolen my heart. With its balance of sweetness from the fruits and a slight tartness from the cranberry juice, it’s an easy drink to whip up that feels fancy but doesn’t require extensive cocktail knowledge.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 25
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • To mix up your own batch of Applebee's Red Sangria, you’ll need the following ingredients:
  • 1/3 - cup Cabernet Sauvignon Sutter Home is a great choice
  • 1 1/4 - oz sour apple liqueur or use a green apple schnapps
  • 1/2 - oz pomegranate syrup instead of grenadine
  • 1 1/2 - oz cranberry juice blend
  • 1 1/2 - oz fresh pineapple juice
  • - Lemon-lime soda or sparkling water for top-off
  • - Ice cubes for serving
To Serve:
  • 2 - green apple balls use a melon baller
  • 1 - slice of orange
  • 1 - slice of lime
  • 1 1-2 - maraschino cherries
  • - A sprig of fresh mint for garnish new addition for extra flavor

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare Your Glass
  1. Grab a tall serving glass and fill it with ice cubes. This is essential as it helps keep your sangria chilled and refreshing.
Step 2: Mix the Ingredients
  1. In a mixing glass, pour in the Cabernet Sauvignon, followed by the sour apple liqueur. Next, add the pomegranate syrup—a fantastic alternative to grenadine for a unique twist. Then, pour in the cranberry juice and pineapple juice. For those of you who love vibrant flavors, feel free to try a splash of lemon juice!
Step 3: Combine and Stir
  1. Gently stir the mixture to combine all those flavor components. This step allows the different ingredients to marry nicely, creating a harmonious taste.
Step 4: Top Off with Fizz
  1. Once your mixture is blended, pour it over the ice-filled glass. Top everything off with lemon-lime soda or sprinkle some sparkling water on top for a lighter option. The bubbling fizz really adds another layer of excitement!
Step 5: Garnish
  1. Now comes the fun part! Take your skewer or sturdy toothpick and thread on a green apple ball, a cherry, and another apple ball. This colorful accent adds a personal touch to your drink. Add the orange and lime slices to the glass for an eye-catching presentation and extra flavor.

Notes

- Wine Choice: Choose a decent-quality Cabernet Sauvignon for the best flavor. Don’t worry about breaking the bank; many affordable options taste great.
- Fruit varieties: Feel free to experiment with other fruits like strawberries or riper peaches for added sweetness and flavor.
- Chill the Ingredients: To keep your sangria refreshing without diluting it, chill the juices and liqueurs in advance.
- Batch Prep: Multiply the ingredients to make a pitcher-sized version for parties, mixing it a few hours ahead for the flavors to meld.
- Try Before You Serve: Always taste your sangria before serving and adjust sweetness or tartness by adding more juice or liqueur if necessary.