Apple Cider, Pear and Pomegranate Sangria

As the leaves change and the air gets crisper I can’t help but dread the idea of leaving summer completely in the past. But let me tell you, this simple and delicious recipe for autumn sangria is making the realization that June is a full 7 months away go down a whole lot smoother.

This sangria combines all the best flavors of fall into one refreshing and festive drink. Perfect for a crowd, prepare this the night before Thanksgiving with the fam or Friendsgiving in your dorm.

Autumn Sangria

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 3 minutesTotal time: 3 minutesServings:6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cinnamon sticks, plus more for garnish
• 2 apples, diced
• 1 pear, diced
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 2 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1 bottle white wine
• 2 cup apple cider
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoon lemon juice
• Club soda, for serving

Instructions

1. 
   

   Roughly dice the apples and pear and thinly slice the orange.

2. 
   

   Place the prepared fruit, cinnamon sticks, and pomegranate seeds into a large pitcher.

3. 
   

   Add the wine, apple cider, orange juice, and lemon juice to the pitcher.

4. 
   

   Allow the mixture to sit in the refrigerator for anywhere from 3 to 24 hours.

5. 
   

   Top off each glass of sangria with a splash of club soda and garnish with a cinnamon stick.

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