Cozy up with this chai-spiced sangria, a perfect blend of warm, comforting flavors that’s perfect for fall or winter and can turn into a batch cocktail for a crowd. Reminiscent of mulled wine and wassail, this low-ABV sangria is ideal for festive gatherings. Garnish with a star anise pod for a touch of elegance and enjoy by the fireside.
How to Make the Best Sangria
Making the best sangria means you need to work from a balanced base, and take care when mixing. You want to choose a high-quality wine to start with, and maintain that quality with your other additions. Good spirits in mean good spirits throughout! You can also take our sangria recipe (below) to the next level by adding in your choice of fresh fruits or handpicked herbs. Then, before serving and after mixing, let the ingredients meld together in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least a few hours, to achieve the best flavor.
Spice is Nice Sangria, A Batch Cocktail Recipe
Single Serving Ingredients
- 3 oz Cabernet wine
- 2 oz chai tea (Brewed Strong)
- 1 oz Giffard vanilla
- Star anise, to garnish
Batch Ingredients for 40 Guests
- 125 oz Cabernet wine (about 5 bottles)
- 80 oz chai tea (brewed strong)
- 40 oz Giffard vanilla
- 40 Star anise pods, to garnish
Instructions
- In a receptacle of your choice add all ingredients together.
- Taste for desired strength. Chill before serving.
- Serve on ice with star anise garnish.
Recipes by Andrea Duran / Styling by Anna Franklin / Photography by Dave Bryce
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