Gluten Free Red Wine Sangria
Few drinks feel as festive and crowd-pleasing as a big pitcher of sangria, and this version is naturally free of gluten without any special swaps or substitutions. Red wine, brandy, and orange liqueur form a rich, boozy base, while fresh orange rounds, lemon slices, strawberries, and halved grapes soak up all that flavor during a long chill in the fridge. The key is patience — letting everything meld for at least a couple of hours transforms the fruit into something almost jammy and makes the whole pitcher taste like it came from a Spanish tapas bar. A splash of chilled sparkling water stirred in right before serving keeps things bright and lively. Since every ingredient here is inherently grain-free, there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additives sneaking in. It serves six generously, making it the perfect make-ahead option for a dinner party, backyard gathering, or lazy Sunday afternoon. Finish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a handful of ice for a presentation that looks as good as it tastes.
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6 servings
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine, such as garnacha, tempranillo, or merlot
- ¼ cup brandy
- 2 tbsp orange liqueur, such as cointreau or grand marnier
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1 orange, sliced into rounds
- 1 lemon, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup strawberries, hulled and halved
- 1 cup red or green grapes, halved
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda, chilled
For serving
- 2 cups ice cubes, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the sugar to the large pitcher. Pour in the brandy and orange liqueur, then stir until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 1 minute.
- 2
Add the orange rounds, lemon rounds, strawberries, and grapes to the pitcher. Pour in the red wine and stir gently to combine.
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