• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

Homemade In The Kitchen

Small Batch Recipes and Recipes For Two

  • About
  • Recipes
  • Work With Me
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

October 5, 2015

Red Apple Cider Sangria

Jump to Recipe

Relax this Halloween with Red Apple Cider Sangria – the perfect Hallowine cocktail to serve an adult party crowd with minimal effort.


Red Apple Cider Sangria - the perfect Hallowine cocktail

Happy Halloween! It’s not too early to say that, right? I know we still have a few weeks until Halloween, but hey I waited until October at least; I don’t decorate my apartment until October 1 as I feel September is too early for Halloween (even though the stores insist on selling decorations in August). It’s also the time of year where I’m drowning in apples as this past weekend was the annual apple festival I go to every year and usually come home with 10 pounds of apples and a quart (or two) of apple cider. I thought about ways I could combine Halloween and apples into a fall favorite recipe. I didn’t want to get too cutesy or too gory, so I focused on the color red for blood often associated with vampires and zombies (that’s probably as gory as I get). When you think about Halloween, you usually think about food – candy, apples, pumpkins, festive sugar cookies. What about the drinks? I thought about red and apples some more, then came up with this Hallowine cocktail (get it?!) using red wine – Red Apple Cider Sangria, perfect for any Halloween parties you may be planning.



Red Apple Cider Sangria - the perfect Hallowine cocktail

I must admit I’m not big into dressing up in costumes, but I do love attending Halloween parties in general. A few years ago when I moved to a little country town, my neighborhood threw a little Halloween party for the kids. All of the houses were too far apart to walk, so the one farmer offered to drive the kids around on a hay ride while they trick or treated for candy. Afterwards, the adults were invited to another neighbor’s house for food and drinks while the kids played and ate their candy. My landlord and I were invited to ride along with the kids’ parents on the hay ride then to the party afterwards as we were new to the neighborhood (I was completely new while she recently built a second property there). Although it wasn’t a costume party, there were plenty of Halloween treats and adult drinks to go around.

Red Apple Cider Sangria - the perfect Hallowine cocktail

Every adult Halloween party needs a Hallowine cocktail for the adults to relax. Sangria is the perfect cocktail to serve at a party because you make it 1-2 days ahead of time then serve it straight from the pitcher. Totally hands off once you spend 15-20 minutes or so prepping it (depends on how fast you can cut fruit).

Red Apple Cider Sangria - the perfect Hallowine cocktail

The wine I used in my red sangria is Casillero del Diablo Wines, which translates into the Devil’s Cellar. Legend says that the founder Don Melchor noticed his wines were disappearing, so he spread a rumor that the wine is protected by the devil. As a result, his wines were never stolen again. You can watch the video of The Legend of Don Melchor de Concha y Toro for more on the story. The name makes this wine ideal to serve for Halloween because people often dress up as the devil (I know I did a few times growing up). I chose Cabernet Sauvignon for the sangria base, but Merlot would work too.

Red Apple Cider Sangria to enjoy as a fall cocktail

Continue to Content
Red Apple Cider Sangria

Red Apple Cider Sangria

Yield: 8-10
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 bottle (750 ML) Casillero del Diablo Cabernet Sauvignon
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 2 large apples, cored and sliced
  • 1 large orange, sliced
  • 2 cinnamon sticks

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, whisk together the water, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil and boil for 2-3 minutes or until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the red wine and apple cider. Stir in the sugar mixture, apples, oranges, and cinnamon sticks. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, before serving.

Did you make this recipe?

Let me know what you think! Rate the recipe above, leave a comment below, and/or share a photo on Instagram using #HITKrecipesAll recipes are tested in a U.S. kitchen with U.S. ingredients at normal elevation using a conventional gas oven. Results may vary.

© Carla Cardello (www.chocolatemoosey.com)

Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Casillero del Diablo. Thank you for supporting me and the companies I work with as sponsored posts help pay for the costs of running Chocolate Moosey, including website hosting and groceries for recipe development.

Filed Under: Drinks Tagged With: apple cider, apples, cinnamon, Halloween, nutmeg, orange, wine

Did you make my recipe?

Please let me know by sharing a photo in my private Facebook group or uploading and tagging me on Instagram using #HITKrecipes (Note: If your Instagram account is private, I won't be able to see your photo)

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Taylor @ Food Faith Fitness says

    October 5, 2015 at 7:17 AM

    It’s NEVER too early to say Happy Halloween – it’s the best holiday!
    I’ve been craving sangria for AGES, but never get around to making it. obviously that needs to change because I’m loving this apple version! Pinned!

    Reply
  2. Liz says

    October 5, 2015 at 7:38 AM

    Perfect for all autumn gatherings! What a fun legend—makes this wine even more appropriate for a Halloween cocktail!

    Reply
  3. Tom ~ Raise Your Garden says

    October 5, 2015 at 7:53 AM

    Hallowine! Haha. We call it Halloweiner here as we have 2 dachshunds. It’s never too early to start planning for Halloween. We go through almost 10 bags of candy here and we like giving out the bigger candy so no one gets disappointed.

    Reply
  4. Beth says

    October 5, 2015 at 8:58 AM

    I am a halloween lover at heart and these photos make me SO excited!!! Love all of the fun props!

    Reply
  5. Leslie says

    October 5, 2015 at 8:59 AM

    Sangira is my weakness! Beautiful photos!

    Reply
  6. Laura @MotherWouldKnow says

    October 5, 2015 at 10:55 AM

    Love the flavors in this cider. Thinking of serving it warm though:) When the temperatures dip, I’m all about warm drinks. And warming my wine sounds like a fine idea.

    Reply
  7. Anne says

    October 5, 2015 at 12:59 PM

    Um, can a drink look both cozy and refreshing at the same time? Cause this qualifies. That deep apple cider taste with the red wine sounds amazing. My folks love wine. I feel like this would be perfect served aside a big family dinner.

    Reply
  8. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

    October 5, 2015 at 11:35 PM

    Sangria is my favourite! I love this apple cider version Xx

    Reply
  9. Cayanne Marcus says

    October 6, 2015 at 8:38 PM

    What a unique sangria recipe – and perfect for halloween. I love using red wine in cocktails for that heart healthy component and the apple cider must give it such a warm sweetness. My brother just opened a new bar in Panama city and I’m sending him this recipe to give a try!

    Reply
  10. Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says

    October 8, 2015 at 4:06 PM

    Oh, we’re almost in full-on Halloween mode here, too. My husband is getting out all of his (outdoor) decorations this weekend. Which will turn into a whole weekend project, because he has A LOT. Maybe I’ll stay inside and just drink sangria, then ;)

    Reply
  11. Monique @ Ambitious Kitchen says

    October 12, 2015 at 9:31 AM

    Omg I actually just tried this wine for the first time the other weekend. It was fabulous!

    Reply
  12. Jessica Formicola says

    September 27, 2019 at 10:00 AM

    I made this last year for Halloween, and I already can’t wait to make it again this year! It’s so delicious!

    Reply
    • Carla says

      October 2, 2019 at 7:29 PM

      Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

Nice To Meet You!
I’m Carla, a 30-some childfree woman from Pittsburgh, PA learning how to adult alone. I'm sharing recipes for two and small batch recipes made from scratch because not everybody cooks for a crowd.

Learn more →
Subscribe
Disclosures and Disclaimers

Footer

Stay Updated

Subscribe to new recipes via email:

Other Sites By Carla

  • City Life Adventures
  • Carla Cardello

Latest Recipes

Small Lemon Cake with slice taken out

Small Lemon Cake Recipe

This Small Lemon Cake recipe is a 6 inch lemon cake for two from scratch then decorated with homemade lemon buttercream frosting. Yesterday I brought you my lemon buttercream frosting. Today ...

Read More

Blue bowl of Lemon Buttercream Frosting with lemon slices

Lemon Buttercream Frosting (Small Batch)

Need the best lemon frosting recipe for your small cake? This small batch Lemon Buttercream Frosting makes enough to frost a small cake or 6 cupcakes. Spring is finally in the air in ...

Read More

Baked Fish and Chips

Baked Fish And Chips

This Baked Fish And Chips recipe without beer is panko crusted cod and potato wedges made healthier by baking everything together as a sheet pan meal. Serve as a dinner for two for a fish fry at home ...

Read More

4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake recipe

4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake

Looking to bake cheesecake for two? This 4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake recipe makes two mini chocolate cheesecakes in springform pans. Garnish with chocolate ganache and cherry pie filling. Last ...

Read More

4 Inch Cheesecake Recipe

4 Inch Cheesecake Recipe

Looking to bake cheesecake for two? This 4 Inch Cheesecake recipe makes two mini cheesecakes in springform pans. Garnish with cherry pie filling, strawberry sauce, and more! With Valentine's ...

Read More

Lasagna For Two

Lasagna For Two

Love lasagna but hate leftovers? Lasagna For Two baked in a loaf pan is a small baked pasta dish that makes only 4 slices. Made with a beef and ricotta cheese filling. Back in 2015, I posted my ...

Read More

Red Velvet Cupcakes (Small Batch)

Small Batch Red Velvet Cupcakes

Small Batch Red Velvet Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are moist and delicious homemade cupcakes from scratch without a cake mix. Recipe makes 6 cupcakes. I’m backkkkk! Did you miss ...

Read More

6 Inch Gingerbread Cake

6 Inch Gingerbread Cake

This small 6 Inch Gingerbread Cake recipe made from scratch without cake mix is a moist and fluffy cake that tastes like Christmas in every bite. Despite being under a stay at home advisory in ...

Read More

Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes

Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes (Small Batch)

Dessert for two ideas for easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes made in a muffin pan. Small batch recipes make 6 mini cheesecakes. Once upon a time I used to be known as the Cheesecake Queen among my ...

Read More

Copyright © 2007–2021 · Chocolate Moosey LLC
All Rights Reserved. All images are registered with the United States Copyright Office.
Please do not use images without permission. To republish a recipe, please link back to the post.
Privacy Policy

Footer

Stay Updated

Subscribe to new recipes via email:

Other Sites By Carla

  • City Life Adventures
  • Carla Cardello

Latest Recipes

Small Lemon Cake with slice taken out

Small Lemon Cake Recipe

This Small Lemon Cake recipe is a 6 inch lemon cake for two from scratch then decorated with homemade lemon buttercream frosting. Yesterday I brought you my lemon buttercream frosting. Today ...

Read More

Blue bowl of Lemon Buttercream Frosting with lemon slices

Lemon Buttercream Frosting (Small Batch)

Need the best lemon frosting recipe for your small cake? This small batch Lemon Buttercream Frosting makes enough to frost a small cake or 6 cupcakes. Spring is finally in the air in ...

Read More

Baked Fish and Chips

Baked Fish And Chips

This Baked Fish And Chips recipe without beer is panko crusted cod and potato wedges made healthier by baking everything together as a sheet pan meal. Serve as a dinner for two for a fish fry at home ...

Read More

4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake recipe

4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake

Looking to bake cheesecake for two? This 4 Inch Chocolate Cheesecake recipe makes two mini chocolate cheesecakes in springform pans. Garnish with chocolate ganache and cherry pie filling. Last ...

Read More

4 Inch Cheesecake Recipe

4 Inch Cheesecake Recipe

Looking to bake cheesecake for two? This 4 Inch Cheesecake recipe makes two mini cheesecakes in springform pans. Garnish with cherry pie filling, strawberry sauce, and more! With Valentine's ...

Read More

Lasagna For Two

Lasagna For Two

Love lasagna but hate leftovers? Lasagna For Two baked in a loaf pan is a small baked pasta dish that makes only 4 slices. Made with a beef and ricotta cheese filling. Back in 2015, I posted my ...

Read More

Red Velvet Cupcakes (Small Batch)

Small Batch Red Velvet Cupcakes

Small Batch Red Velvet Cupcakes with cream cheese frosting are moist and delicious homemade cupcakes from scratch without a cake mix. Recipe makes 6 cupcakes. I’m backkkkk! Did you miss ...

Read More

6 Inch Gingerbread Cake

6 Inch Gingerbread Cake

This small 6 Inch Gingerbread Cake recipe made from scratch without cake mix is a moist and fluffy cake that tastes like Christmas in every bite. Despite being under a stay at home advisory in ...

Read More

Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes

Easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes (Small Batch)

Dessert for two ideas for easy Mini Cheesecake Recipes made in a muffin pan. Small batch recipes make 6 mini cheesecakes. Once upon a time I used to be known as the Cheesecake Queen among my ...

Read More

Copyright © 2007–2021 · Chocolate Moosey LLC
All Rights Reserved. All images are registered with the United States Copyright Office.
Please do not use images without permission. To republish a recipe, please link back to the post.
Privacy Policy