Caramel Apple Sangria is a sweet, fall-inspired cocktail that combines the crisp flavors of white wine and apple cider with the rich warmth of butterscotch schnapps. Fresh apple slices and cinnamon sticks infuse the drink with seasonal spices, creating a perfect balance between fruity and cozy flavors. It’s a crowd-pleaser, ideal for gatherings or sipping by the fire.
Tasting Notes
At first sip, the sangria greets you with the sweetness of semi-sweet white wine and apple cider. The fresh apple slices add a crisp bite, while the butterscotch schnapps brings in a caramel-like richness that elevates the drink’s overall sweetness. The cinnamon sticks slowly release their spice into the mixture, adding warmth and depth to the flavor, making it feel like fall in a glass.
As the drink sits, the cinnamon and apples continue to blend with the wine, enhancing its complexity. The sweetness is prominent but balanced by the fruity acidity of the apples and cider. The butterscotch schnapps leaves a silky, almost creamy finish, making each sip feel indulgent, like a caramel-covered apple transformed into a refreshing cocktail.
Tips & Tricks
Swap the semi-sweet wine for sparkling white wine for a fizzy twist.
Use spiced rum instead of butterscotch schnapps for a deeper, boozy kick.
Recipe Card
Caramel Apple Sangria
Ingredients
- 1 bottle semi sweet white wine
- 15 oz apple cider
- 6 oz butterscotch schnapps
- 5-6 cinnamon sticks
- 2 sliced apples
Instructions
- In a large pitcher add wine, cider, schnapps, apples, and cinnamon.
- Stir to combine and keep cool until needed.
