Description
This vibrant Fireball Sangria combines the crisp sweetness of fresh apples and oranges with the warm spicy kick of cinnamon sticks and Fireball whiskey. Balanced by refreshing apple cider, dry white wine, and fizzy ginger ale, this sangria is a perfect festive drink for gatherings, offering a delightful blend of fruity flavors and a spicy warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit
- 1 red apple, rinsed, cored, and cut into ⅛-¼ inch thick slices (Pink Lady, Honey Crisp, or Gala variety)
- 1 navel orange, rinsed, cut into ⅛–¼ inch thick rounds then sliced in half
- ½ cup whole cranberries
Spices
- 3 whole cinnamon sticks (food grade)
Liquids
- 4 cups apple cider
- 3 cups (750 ml bottle) dry white wine (Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
- 1 cup Fireball cinnamon flavored whiskey
- ¾ cup ginger ale, chilled
Other
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the fruit: Rinse and core the red apple, then slice it into thin ⅛-¼ inch slices. Rinse the navel orange, slice into rounds about ⅛-¼ inch thick, then cut the rounds in half. Ensure cranberries are clean and fresh.
- Combine fruit and spices: In a large pitcher or sangria bowl, add the sliced apples, orange halves, whole cranberries, and whole cinnamon sticks for flavor infusion.
- Add liquids: Pour in the apple cider, dry white wine, and Fireball cinnamon whiskey into the pitcher over the fruit and cinnamon sticks.
- Mix and chill: Stir gently to combine all ingredients. Place the mixture in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Add ginger ale and ice before serving: Just before serving, add the chilled ginger ale to the pitcher and stir lightly to preserve the fizz. Serve over ice cubes in individual glasses.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the sangria chill for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of apple cider or ginger ale according to preference.
- Use fresh, firm fruits to maintain texture and appearance.
- The cinnamon sticks add a warm, spicy note—avoid breaking them to keep the flavor subtle.
- This sangria is best served cold and consumed within 24 hours for optimal freshness.
Keywords: Fireball sangria, cinnamon sangria, apple cider cocktail, fall sangria, holiday drink, white wine sangria, fruity cocktail