Citrus-Spiced Sangria Punch with Red Wine and Brandy

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-11 · Updated 2026-05-11

A classic Spanish-inspired sangria punch combining red wine, brandy, and spiced citrus fruits for a festive and bold flavor. This Spanish-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together dry red wine, brandy, orange liqueur for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur
• 1 cup fresh orange slices
• 1/2 cup fresh lemon slices
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 6 whole cloves
• 1 cup club soda
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 3 cups ice cubes

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pitcher or punch bowl, combine 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine, 1/2 cup brandy, and 1/4 cup orange liqueur, stirring to blend the alcohols.
2. Step 2: Add 1 cup fresh orange slices and 1/2 cup fresh lemon slices along with 2 cinnamon sticks and 6 whole cloves to infuse the punch with warm spice notes.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until fully dissolved to balance the tartness.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Step 5: Just before serving, add 1 cup club soda and 3 cups ice cubes to the punch to add fizz and chill the drink.