Spiced Afrodisiac Red Wine Sangria

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

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A sensual and fragrant red wine sangria infused with warming spices and fresh citrus, perfect for intimate gatherings or special evenings. This Spanish-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, brings together dry red wine, orange juice, honey 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 140 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.

Prep: 15 min Serves 6 Spanish cuisine 140 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
1 cup, freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cinnamon stick
2 whole star anise
4 whole cloves
1 medium orange, thinly sliced fresh orange slices
1 medium lemon, thinly sliced fresh lemon slices
1-inch piece, thinly sliced fresh ginger
1 cup chilled sparkling water

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Instructions

Step 1: In a large pitcher, combine 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine and 1 cup freshly squeezed orange juice.
Step 2: Stir in 2 tablespoons honey until fully dissolved.
Step 3: Add 1 cinnamon stick, 2 whole star anise, 4 whole cloves, 1 medium orange thinly sliced, 1 medium lemon thinly sliced, and 1-inch piece fresh ginger sliced thin.
Step 4: Mix gently and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld and intensify.
Step 5: Just before serving, remove the cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves, and ginger slices.
Step 6: Add 1 cup chilled sparkling water to the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
Step 7: Serve poured over ice with some citrus slices in each glass for garnish.