Holiday Cheer Sangria

Bourbon Moderate Christmas
Holiday Cheer Sangria cocktail

Ingredients

Garnish

Tools & Glassware

Directions

  1. Chill the glass
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the bourbon, pomegranate juice, orange zest, and orange juice
  3. Stir well and chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve
  4. When it’s time to serve, fill a punch bowl with ice and pour in the bourbon mixture
  5. Top with chilled Prosecco, gently stirring to combine
  6. Garnish with fresh pomegranate arils, orange slices, and rosemary sprig

History

The Holiday Cheer Sangria is a modern, festive riff on the ancient tradition of sangria, a wine-based punch with roots stretching back over 2,000 years. Modern riffs like Holiday Cheer Sangria emerged in the 21st century, especially in the US and UK, as hosts sought festive, batch-friendly cocktails for winter gatherings. The Holiday Cheer Sangria specifically gained popularity through online recipe platforms and seasonal content creators, offering a sparkling, fruit-forward alternative to heavier winter cocktails.

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