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Easy Salted Caramel Apple Cider Sangria: Best Fall Recipe

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This quick and easy salted caramel apple cider sangria is the perfect fall drink, combining crisp apple cider, smooth white wine, and a touch of salted caramel for a crowd-pleasing cocktail that comes together in under 10 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 bottle dry white wine (750 ml), such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/4 cup bourbon or whiskey (optional)
  • 2 apples (mix of sweet and tart, like Honeycrisp and Granny Smith), cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 pear (Bosc or Bartlett), thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup apple brandy (optional)
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Flaky sea salt (generous pinch)
  • Ice for serving
  • Sparkling water or ginger ale (optional, for fizz)

Instructions

  1. Warm the caramel sauce in a small microwave-safe bowl for 15-20 seconds until loose and pourable.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, apple cider, warmed caramel sauce, bourbon (if using), and apple brandy (if using). Stir vigorously until the caramel is fully dissolved.
  3. Add the sliced apples, sliced pear, and cinnamon stick to the pitcher. Gently stir to coat the fruit.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (ideally 2-4 hours) to let flavors meld.
  5. Just before serving, sprinkle in a generous pinch of flaky sea salt and stir gently.
  6. Fill glasses with ice, pour the sangria over the ice, and add a splash of sparkling water or ginger ale if desired.
  7. Garnish each glass with a cinnamon stick or thin apple slice and serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use quality caramel sauce with real cream and sugar. Add the flaky sea salt just before serving for that ‘salted caramel’ surprise. The sangria can be made up to 24 hours in advance, but add salt and sparkling water right before serving. Fruit will keep for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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Keywords: sangria, apple cider, salted caramel, fall cocktail, easy drink, party drink, white wine sangria

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