My grandfather’s Simple Red Sangria is a staple at all our spring and summer gatherings. It’s a frequently requested cocktail for bridal showers and pool parties! This easy-to-make drink is bursting with vibrant flavors and is a must-have for Easter, Mother’s Day, and the 4th of July! Bring a splash of color and taste to your next celebration!

simple red sangria in a wine glass next to a pitcher of sangria with oranges and lemons

Serves: Makes about 5 glasses
Prep Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

oranges
lemons
brandy
simple syrup
red wine

a bottle of brandy next to a bottle of simple syrup and a bottle of red wine behind a pile of oranges and lemons

Get the full printable instructions with measurements at the bottom of the post in the recipe card.

Step-by-Step Directions:

Step 1: Thoroughly wash and dry the oranges and lemons. Cut 1 orange and 1 lemon into 1/4″ thick slices and place in the bottom of a pitcher or punch bowl. Pour the brandy and simple syrup over the slices and let sit for about 15 minutes.

slices of lemons and oranges on a cutting board

a hand pouring brandy into a pitcher filled with orange and lemon slices

Step 2: Use a muddler, spoon or potato masher to muddle the fruit, brandy and syrup together. Pour in a bottle of red wine.

a hand using a muddler tp muddle orange and lemon slices soaking in brandy and simple syrup

a bottle of red wine being poured over lemon and orange slices in a pitcher

Step 3: Pour Simple Red Sangria over ice in wine glasses and garnish with lemon and/or orange slices.

Tips:

You can use whichever red wine you prefer. I usually use an inexpensive burgundy wine or red blend.
When making this for a large gathering, I use a 3 L bottle of Carlo Rossi Burgundy Red Wine, 1 cup of brandy, 1 cup of simple syrup, 2 oranges and 2 lemons.
You can prep the fruit, brandy and syrup the day before and refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.

Simple Red Sangria

This Simple Red Sangria is bursting with vibrant flavors and is a must-have for Easter, Mother’s Day, and the 4th of July!

Beth

Prep Time 20

Total Time 20

Servings

Ingredients

1-2 oranges
1-2 lemons
3 oz brandy
3 oz simple syrup
1 bottle red wine

Instructions

Thoroughly wash and dry the oranges and lemons. Cut 1 orange and 1 lemon into 1/4" thick slices and place in the bottom of a pitcher or punch bowl. Pour the brandy and simple syrup over the slices and let sit for about 15 minutes.
Use a muddler, spoon or potato masher to muddle the fruit, brandy and syrup together. Pour in a bottle of red wine.
Pour Simple Red Sangria over ice in wine glasses and garnish with lemon and/or orange slices.

Notes

- You can use whichever red wine you prefer. I usually use an inexpensive burgundy wine or red blend.
- When making this for a large gathering, I use a 3 L bottle of Carlo Rossi Burgundy Red Wine, 1 cup of brandy, 1 cup of simple syrup, 2 oranges and 2 lemons.
- You can prep the fruit, brandy and syrup the day before and refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve.