SANGRIA RECIPE | easy authentic red sangria

Sangria is an easy cocktail made from an infusion of Spanish red wine and fresh fruit. It looks fancy, feels festive, and it's great for making ahead of time. So for your next summer event, greet your guests with a large pitcher of sangria. It'll sure get the party started.
The version I'm sharing today is the most traditional or authentic version, but there's endless variations to this sangria recipe. Make sure to check out the recipe blog post below for all the details!
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[@Downshiftology]

Hi guys - sangria is one of my favorite cocktails, and there's so many variations you can make. Are you team red wine or white wine? Check out the full blog post for a few ideas! Enjoy the long weekend (in the US) and stay safe. :) xo - Lisa

[@ROCKYROCKSTAR2112]

here, im the lover of red wine 🙌

[@ROCKYROCKSTAR2112]

team red 🍷

[@theebottomliner]

Team red but I’ve tried your white sangria and loved it! It was certainly a hit at a family dinner. Will be giving this recipe a go as well.

[@Downshiftology]

If you loved the white sangria, you'll sure love this one then 😊

[@catalianteodor]

Red wine. Will try this. Which is recipe for white one?

[@MarinaMdc]

I'm from Spain, and i love your channel! I tell you how my family made it. We don't use brandy or other licor. Only fresh fruit : usually, 2 oranges, 2 peaches , (made it really delicious, 1lemon... red wine(2 lit.) , and soda, or lemon soda.(1 lit.), 2 spoons of brown sugar or other sweetener and 1 spoon cinnamon powder, it make it so tasty. The ice we put directly in the jar where you made the mixture. greetings!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for following along to my channel all the way from Spain 😊And thanks so much for sharing how your family makes this recipe. I love the addition of cinnamon in this - definitely something I will need to try next time!

[@MarinaMdc]

@@Downshiftology Thanks for answer me. I hope enjoy it =)

[@SabrinaVideo]

Efectivamente. Le he puesto yo el mismo comentario. Aunque para mi el licor es opcional. Si es para irte a la playa de botellón, entonces si que se lo pones jajajajajaja. Otra cosa, lo del azúcar es importante no utilizar un sustituto porque tiene que fermentar. Lo de usar azúcar moreno es lo de menos.

[@catmgal]

¡Gracias!

[@mavic2175]

La sangria con brandy, aquí en España es la dan a los turistas....

[@mariaangelesdiaz7090]

Hi! I've read several comments made by Spanish people, I'm Spanish too, and for us adding peaches is a definitely MUST. It is a much more sweat fruit, and will reduce the need of adding any other additional type of sweater to those that do not wish to put sugar in it. And we definitely use a cheaper wine :) It has also become quite popular to do it with Cava (Spanish Champagne) instead of red wine. PS - I love your recipes. My favorite is the Falafel.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for sharing! There's definitely many ways to make a sangria, especially in different regions so It's nice hearing how everyone else makes it and the different delicious variations!

[@mikevaujin4525]

My wife and I just returned from Portugal and they also added mint leaves. Thanks for the recipe!

[@vee6976]

Just made this! Put the glasses in the freezer, letting the sangria rest over night, can’t wait to enjoy with brunch tomorrow! Snuck in a little sip and it was so yummy!

[@Downshiftology]

So glad you enjoyed this recipe 😊

[@luciamillanlazaro]

As a Spanish I can say OLE to this. It looks delicious. Usually we put sugar and not maple syrup... a cheaper wine... and a bit less of fruit!

[@Downshiftology]

Yes! You can definitely use different ingredients for this recipe. But I always like to add just a smidge more fruit 😊

[@averoes4029]

Yeah.... those Americans... Always Too much 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@dwecktek]

What kind of sugar works best?

[@YolandaGodoy]

Hi! I'm from Spain and I really like see non spaniards making spanish dishes, but I never seen someone doing sangria! Here, the recipe varies from one part to the other of the country, so don't worry if someone tells you "we don't do this way", we are kind of attached to our recipes 🤣. I really enjoy your channel, keep going!

[@Downshiftology]

Hi Yolanda! The sangria recipe definitely varies across the country 😊 Thanks for the encouragement! I can understand if some people believe in a certain way to make sangria, especially if they're from Spain. But thanks for following along to Downshiftology and hope you continue to enjoy all my recipes!

[@virgola2126]

Yes, so true.

[@lucie3788]

I love making a alcohol free sangria, just substituting the wine with some grape and cranberry juice. People are usually a bit skeptical about this version but so far have always ended up loving it! ☺️

[@Downshiftology]

Using cranberry juice is the perfect substitution, and so refreshing!

[@sifugurusensei]

I hate alcohol. In fact I'm allergic to it so your non alcoholic sangria sounds great.

[@brianhammer5107]

well, it's not sangria then - you've made a juice cocktail

[@jhova187]

I like smoking weed without the thc too

[@maysaraali5772]

Thanks for the share, I don’t drink and was just thinking how to substitute the wine❤

[@smoked_paprika]

I love how excited you are while using the wine bottle opener 😂

[@Downshiftology]

Haha! It never gets old with this gadget 😊

[@smoked_paprika]

@@Downshiftology It's all about finding joy in the little things 😊

[@garthl2954]

Greetings from sunny South Africa! - the southern Cape which is similar to SoCal and the Med. I am entertaining tomorrow and the forecast is 44C, woke up this morning and SANGRIA, which I haven't made for year, popped into my head! Thanks for so cheerfully presenting your recipe and thank you to the other readers, los Españolos, who have added their comments. Due to a very wet summer across the country this year many fresh fruits are not readily available but I might add nectarines or even sweet melon along with an orange and an apple. I live in a huge wine producing area and this is one way to drink red in the height of summer! 😎🥰 Cheers! / ¡Salud!

[@EricsonHerbas]

Your pitcher is a show-stopper. It looks amazing with the sangria. I’m getting those. Thanks for the link!! Instead of maple syrup, I use triple-sec (which adds extra alcohol😉). Keep on smiling and stay healthy.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks! Once I saw the pitcher, I had to get it haha 😆 Stay healthy and safe as well. And cheers to the long weekend!

[@IRMentat]

I gave up on the thin necked or fancy ones, cleaning them was a massive pain. Ended up finally finding a giant ceramic pitcher shaped like a large catering kettle with a decent heavy duty handle (a tall Christmas tree with the tip cut off).

[@epratas]

In my country (Spain neighbor's!) we also use a stick of cinnamon and brown sugar. Blueberries and strawberries mixed with white whine is also great 😋 Where's my glass? 😊

[@Downshiftology]

I definitely need to try with cinnamon sticks next time 😊

[@michelleo.685]

Today is a sunny hot day in Puerto Rico. I literally have all the ingredients needed, I don't know why I didn't thought of it before.

[@yurylast8334]

I was looking for this comment. My mother made a jug a few days ago. We are also from PR and we love sangria.

[@cristinaarisa558]

As Spanish I need to say the recipe is very good 👍, well done, I love sangria. Funny thing i’ve started my own channel with Spanish cooking and sangria is one of the videos 😂

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much Cristina! I'll be sure to take a peek at yours 😊

[@Cordelia0704p]

I made 2 pitchers of this yesterday. Huge hit - even with people who don't like wine or sangria. Thanks!

[@Downshiftology]

Amazing! 😊 Glad everyone enjoyed this recipe.

[@DannySettle-yi2ef]

Love and Awesome 👌 Thank's and Bless you ❤️ 🙏 Congratulations ❤️ Beautiful ❤️

[@milugarfavorito8381]

Hi Lisa!!! Another from Spain!!! I am from Madrid, and as you can see all of us has different recipes for sangría.. I have made a little research on google cause I actually did not know the origin for this beverage. It seems, we are not very sure of it... only that is made in Spain and our wonderfull neighbours, Portugal. In Spain you can have it in everywhere in the south of Spain usually on summer holidays. But I have never taste it with brandy... I should give it a try!!!! I love your recipes!!! 😍😍 Oh!!! A RIOJA crianza!!!! sooooo goood!! 👌

[@Downshiftology]

Yes! Rioja is so delicious and perfect for this recipe. And the recipe really does differ in between regions 😊

[@samanthanogales94]

Thank you for all your amazing videos. You have such a wonderful and happy spirit. I appreciate you!

[@Downshiftology]

You're so sweet Samantha! Happy to hear you enjoy all my videos and can't wait for you to try this delicious sangria 😊

[@privateprivate8366]

I’m a big sangria fan. Thank you for letting me know how to make it!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy this recipe 😊

[@privateprivate8366]

Downshiftology I shall.

[@miaw.5819]

Just ordered the pitcher from Crate and now the opener. Thanks!!!! 🍷

[@christianr5336]

You’re looking very good and healthy. Hope you’re doing well. Going to try this tonight. Thank you!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks Christian! Hope you enjoy the recipe.

[@MichaelHedges1979]

I just ordered the pitcher from Crate and Barrel!!!! Can’t wake to make Sangria in it!

[@Downshiftology]

Woo! Can't wait to see how yours turns out 😊

[@ninbin34]

Wow, Lisa. I just saw you're over 1M subs. Been here since 400k. Really happy for you! :)

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for being a part of this community Billy 😊 This community means the world to me. And I hope you enjoy this delicious sangria recipe!

[@jessecrittenden8412]

I love your bottle. Thank you. Gracias

[@josielancaster7095]

Love this thanks for the simple explanation appreciate you

[@priscillaa5504]

I'm so trying this weekend...easy to follow and fuss free.thank u so much

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you enjoy! 😊

[@priscillaa5504]

@@Downshiftology thank you 👍

[@Ali-gg5gi]

During summer, sangria is a must in every Spanish bar!

[@Downshiftology]

I agree! It's so refreshing!

[@shaylagoogle3097]

Thank you.... Im going to make this for the new year!!!

[@BeetTheRush]

Looks delicious! I make mine with half wine and half soda. Otherwise, I would be drunk after the first glass 😂😊!

[@Downshiftology]

Hahaha! Yes, you can definitely add more seltzer water to this 😊

[@MataH1]

I add sparkling water only in the glass, to taste, that takes less space in the fridge. I don't add liquor either, it's just good strong Spanish red wine. I add nectarines or peaches and some cinnamon sticks, no sugar, fruits bring the sweetness. That's how I learnt it in Europe and how I like it as it is light and fresh so I can have more! 🙂

[@BeetTheRush]

@@MataH1 adding cinnamon sticks seems like a great idea! I'll have to try it!

[@alejandrarivera1087]

perceneij yes!! No sugar for me either and I will definitely going to add the cinnamon stick!! Cheers! 🍷

[@dangcoppock7362]

Beet The Rush you are like me. I get drunk with one glass of wine, but I love Sangria..!😂

[@lonefather]

Thanks for the video. I will try your sangria recipe this Sunday had I'm sure it will be very nice.

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy the recipe Charles 😊

[@Ramyapad19]

Looks thristy i am making this soon i dont drink wine it is also 3 days long weekend bcos of hari raya puasa in Singapore drooling over my samsung galaxy j4 love your recipes making me hungry Thanks Ramya

[@Downshiftology]

If you don't drink wine, you can always substitute with cranberry juice 😊

[@guyfrawley9662]

Well Done, I've never been into Sangria, but yours really looks like summer! Thank you.

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait for you to try this version 😊 Perfect for warm summer days!

[@sadhnaboral757]

Sangria is one of my favourite drinks!!

[@JuanTorres-ow2ob]

Very very nice instructions Thank you

[@undomiel152003]

Delicious! I've made a few versions of it through the years. As a Hispanic (Cuban) we usually make it for parties and end of year celebrations. Yum, yum.

[@GlobalTrends]

a couple of glasses of this and you'll be *Barking at Ants* lmao!

[@Downshiftology]

hahaah! 😂

[@ss-gj8kc]

SANGRIA is very awesome.

[@yokoskitchen]

Amazed by the amount of fruits you use🍊🍋🍊Looks so delicious!

[@Downshiftology]

You can never go wrong with adding more fruits to this recipe 😊

[@BRASASPATAGONICAS]

in spanish: Hola: infinitas gracias por entregar estos secretos para un buen aperitivo, desde Torres del Paine, Chile, ultimo rincon del planeta, un saludo hermosos para Ud...gracias. una vez mas.

[@aarudra50k70]

Great drink for summer

[@magalienkoma5981]

Thank You this saturday Sangria and fire outside❤❤❤

[@Downshiftology]

What a perfect combo!

[@purplegal05]

Congrats on 1 million!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@keepupwithliv]

what a great drink for summer!

[@perrykiel5722]

Ice cold beer coor light

[@zeppelin2412]

Wow, I'm intruiged. I've always made mine with strawberries & custard apples & lemons, but this one also looks very jolly. I'm gonna give it a go. Thanc u. 😍😊👍👌😋👏👋👋👋

[@Downshiftology]

Your version sounds great too! But, can't wait for you to try this version.

[@zeppelin2412]

....oh, 4got 2 mention....l ❤️ that Pitcher. 👍👌😊👋

[@zeppelin2412]

@@Downshiftology hi, yes l made sangria 2 ur recipe today & l gotta say it turned out splendid, tastes btful. 😍 I'm already on my 2nd serving....l think a couple more will do just fine. Thanx again. 😊🍷👌👋

[@MandaAndrea]

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 LOVE sangria!! Definitely going to try this!

[@Downshiftology]

It's the best cocktail! Hope you enjoy this over the long weekend ❤️

[@amy_ambrosio]

Omg, I want that jar, its design is so clean and elegant öwö♡ Lol, I'm gonna do this tomorrow, tnksm for your hardwork 🙌🏻

[@Downshiftology]

Enjoy the recipe 😊

[@wilkensbrito2879]

2:40That Sound 🥰

[@ester9484]

Hi! I discovered your channel some days ago and I love it. I'm from Spain, just wanted to say we don't usually add any other liquor to the sangria, just some soda. As for the fruit, peaches are great too. Greetings from Spain.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@ramTej-gk3ht]

What a great drinks

[@ginatheng9506]

I love sangria. Thank you. I enjoy yr channel😊

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much and enjoy this recipe Gina ❤️

[@warangtipasci8983]

I love making sangria with tonic water, red wine, lemon juice and berries

[@dasreal8178]

amazing cocktail for the holidays

[@samiya1230]

Hello!!! I just wanted to say congratulations on 1MILLION subscribers!!! The salmon cakes are a regular in my household as well as the lasagna with squash! I just bought a pitcher to make this lol! Im sure this will be a staple in my house as well! congratulations again on you well deserved 1.03 mil!!!

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much for your kind words!! 😊

[@marycharles1602]

Yumm sure will enjoy it this holiday

[@aarudra50k70]

Healthy food for beautiful souls 💚

[@andrewgibb8846]

If anyone is in Playa Del Carmen Mexico, on the Main Street with all the vendors, try the Sangria from a restaurant. It’s beyond fantastic. Also if your local liquor store carries it, try Real Sangria, orange bottle 🍷

[@beckiruther1213]

I’m having it now! 👍🏻

[@aarudra50k70]

looks delicious ... I'm defiantly making them

[@user-wf2cu9bt2p]

can't wait to try this. my favorite cocktail. loved your CO2 wine bottle opener. please tell us where to get it from. thx

[@dianalehr7299]

My husband was just asking me to make this. Thanks Lisa!

[@Downshiftology]

Hope you both enjoy this recipe 😊

[@shelleypicott3239]

Yummy....and I have the perfect Spanish Rioja to use....

[@Downshiftology]

Sounds great!😊

[@James-px5qf]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@guru-so5my]

What a great juse

[@nubi688]

This looks delicious! Thank you for listing your wine opener! I really like it because opening cork wine bottles is no fun 😁

[@Shuumatsu-Man4661]

Such a pretty smile. A great recipe guide too

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@GarryD]

Love that pitcher.

[@chrisprince563]

Moscato sangria sounds amazing!

[@Downshiftology]

Here's the recipe! downshiftology.com/recipes/moscato-sangria/

[@keriann2891]

Yummy! #Downshiftology I will DEFINITELY try this! Thanks for sharing!👌💯💥

[@Downshiftology]

Can't wait to see how yours turns out 😊

[@eleanorbyrne8805]

I love Sangria but with the brandy in there it does pack a punch and it is delicious. Never made it myself but I love to drink it when in Spain on holidays

[@Downshiftology]

It definitely adds a boost in alcohol 😊And this is a great way to pretend your in Spain right at home!

[@pennywright9103]

The juicer! Perfect for a gift basket I’m making. Where could I purchase it? Thanks!

[@Downshiftology]

Hi there! You can find everything in the video description 😊

[@pennywright9103]

Thanks! I had overlooked it. 🙄☺️

[@carrieorser5534]

Had my first today! Very nice! Thank you for sharing!

[@aboutfeddy]

Yeeeee!!! I love sangria 😍 thank you 😀💖

[@jobond4314]

Nice I will try it thanks.

[@Downshiftology]

Most welcome 😊

[@JC-kt7gh]

Awesome and easy

[@chrisbrennan2208]

Perfect timing for this with the weather getting so nice. The CO2 bottle openers are so easy, but they do not work on synthetic corks. Oh and yes its always the lemons fault haha. Have a great weekend.

[@Downshiftology]

Yeah, good point about the synthetic corks. And I'm totally blaming the lemon. 😂 Enjoy the recipe Chris!

[@aarudra50k70]

It's look amazing

[@bartenderzzz]

I love the maple syrup top off. I'll be trying this recipe when my bar reopens. Thank you. 🙏🙏

[@rickybobby6766]

My Sangria Carmenier wine.. Orange Juice. Brandys or Ron añejo Diced asorted seasonals frutas Served always chill..

[@manubep3117]

Good recipe and very accurate approach, I couldn't have done better. Best regards from Sevilla.

[@Downshiftology]

Thanks! I hope you enjoy this Sangria recipe 😊

[@Kevin-jc1fx]

Beautiful video, very well explained. Thanks a lot.

[@Downshiftology]

Glad you liked it Kevin! 😊

[@lailaplaysdbd4004]

Nice. Sangria is very good.

[@xristinarose2409]

All your food and drinks look so pretty! 💙

[@1stepcl0ser]

The jug looks so fancy

[@luccianodfs6711]

so much work!

[@guru-so5my]

Wow amazing 😮

[@abcastelllis2661]

My favorite 👍

[@rinamartinez7566]

Great I love it is delicious.

[@DanielCastillo-oc3dd]

Happiest Thanksgiving thanks for the sangria tip idea

[@eatingwithselina8482]

Congratulations on getting to over a million subscribers 😁

[@Downshiftology]

Thank you!! 😁 Couldn't have done it without my community.

[@Dasming]

You’re my inspiration!! Happy new year!

[@callumfreebairn8082]

my favourite drink

[@sheilanorris6113]

Oh my gosh...looks like I'll be getting tipsy at home alone this long weekend!🤣 Seriously though, I'm not normally the type to drink at home alone but I've had to get over that during this time. 🥴😢😂

[@Downshiftology]

It's okay, it never hurts to have a glass in the comfort of your own home! I live on my own as well, so I've been doing the same 😆Cheers to the long weekend with this delicious sangria 😊

[@sheilanorris6113]

@@Downshiftology Cheers to all us singles right now...we deserve it!😁 Also, I just realized how I had been signing in here on yt...it is different than what I use on ig. Anyway, wanted you to know that norrismath (on yt) = the_sheilatequila (on ig). Maybe that's normal for ppl to have different handles on different platforms if it's not part of a business I mean??? Anyway, have a fabulous weekend!!!

[@pranathi8861]

Wonderful juice 😋

[@cindysylvester341]

I love this recipe and make it all the time. Love your channel!

[@Downshiftology]

Awesome! Thank you! 😊

[@Hikari1997]

I'm so excited to try this with white wine!! I like the sweeter wines in general. Super excited

[@Downshiftology]

It'll taste delicious with white wine as well 😊 Can't wait to see how yours turns out!

[@cupcakepaper9411]

I did not know the brandy part. Great recipe!

[@Downshiftology]

The brandy is optional, but you can always add to it 😊

[@cupcakepaper7743]

Downshiftology I made a pitcher today and my hubby loved it, peach wine mango, apple, and oranges!

[@alexanderjimenez8462]

Great video trying this out for Christmas 👍

[@pradeepgowda5494]

Great one

[@caroldieball4293]

I thought she said "cozy topless bar." I had to rewind and listen a 2nd time😆

[@lisab4784]

Tapas bar! 😂

[@vipor777]

oh boy, can't wait to try!

[@moorbread]

Super cool‼️😎👍🏽