Apple Pear Sangria with Caramel: Your New Favorite Autumn Drink

This apple pear sangria is the perfect fall cocktail! It blends sweet apples, pear-flavored vodka, and warm cinnamon with a hint of caramel. It’s easy to make and will surely impress at any gathering.

The combination of apple cider and white wine creates a refreshing yet cozy drink. Don’t forget to garnish with a cinnamon stick for a touch of fall charm.

Apple Pear Sangria

A sweet and deliciously fruity fall cocktail warmed with cinnamon and caramel.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Serving Size 10 glasses

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Long spoon

Ingredients 

  • 4 apples chopped
  • 2 cups pear flavored vodka
  • 3 tablespoons caramel sauce
  • 8 cups apple cider
  • 1 bottle white wine
  • 5 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 cups club soda

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Instructions 

  • Mix alcohol, cider, and fruit. Add the chopped apples to a large (1 gallon or larger) pitcher or drink dispenser. Then, pour in the pear-flavored vodka, caramel sauce, white wine, and apple cider. Stir well to combine. After that, place the pitcher in the fridge and let it chill for 2-4 hours so the flavors mix together.
    chopped apples and pear vodka in pitcher.
  • Garnish and serve. Right before serving, stir the mixture again to ensure the caramel is well distributed. Then, add the cinnamon sticks and club soda, gently stirring to mix. Serve over ice, garnishing each glass with an additional cinnamon stick if desired. Optionally, add a slice of pear or apple for extra flair.
    white wine and apple cider pouring into container.

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Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use crisp, sweet apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji, and chop them into bite-sized pieces to infuse well with the liquids.
If you can’t find pear vodka, you can add 1/4 cup of pear nectar, which is available in the international section of the grocery store.
I used jarred caramel sauce, which is typically used to top ice cream in this sangria. Just a heads-up – caramel sauce tends to settle at the bottom, so make sure to stir the sangria well before serving to distribute the sweetness evenly.
The type of wine you use is not really important, as long as it’s white wine. Dry or sweet will both work, it doesn’t really make a difference.
Since the apple cider is a major part of this recipe, it’s best to use one that you know you like. Fresh apple cider is the best choice, either from your favorite farm stand or the grocery store.
Feel free to customize this recipe to your liking. You can try adding pomegranate seeds, orange slices, pear brandy, or anything else with fall flavors.
Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 40mg | Potassium: 281mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 1mg

More Tips:

Chilling the sangria for at least 2-4 hours helps blend the flavors. For an even richer taste, you can prepare it the night before.

Adding a cinnamon stick or a slice of pear or apple to each glass enhances the drink’s appearance and taste. It’s a simple touch that can make a significant difference.

Serving the sangria over ice keeps it cold and slightly dilutes it, making it more refreshing.

Add more caramel sauce or a sweeter white wine if you prefer a sweeter sangria. Taste and adjust as necessary.

glass of cider sangria with cinnamon sticks.

Serving Suggestions

This sangria pairs well with cinnamon sugar doughnuts, spiced apple cake, roasted nuts like almonds or pecans, cheese platter with assorted cheeses, crackers, and fruit, prosciutto-wrapped figs, or melon.

Here’s how to make a great sangria. You’ll need a few specific things:

  • Pear-flavored vodka: This gives the sangria a special twist; if you can’t find it, pear nectar can work, too.
  • Caramel sauce: This adds sweetness to the sangria; you can find it in the dessert toppings section.
  • Large pitcher or drink dispenser: You’ll need this to mix and serve the sangria; it should be big enough to fit all the ingredients.
  • Cinnamon sticks: They add a warm, spicy flavor and make a nice decoration; you can find them in the spice section.
  • Apple cider: This is the drink’s base that adds richness and flavor; it’s best to use fresh, unfiltered cider if you can.

Having these things will help you make a tasty and unforgettable sangria.

Here are some good ingredient swaps for this recipe:

  • Pear-flavored vodka: You can use 1/4 cup of pear nectar or regular vodka.
  • Caramel sauce: If you don’t have caramel sauce, 3 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup can be used.
  • White wine: Replace white wine with sparkling white grape juice for a non-alcoholic version.

These substitutes might change the flavor slightly, but feel free to try them out and see what you like best.

Storage Instructions

Chill any extra sangria in the refrigerator. Put it in a sealed container or covered pitcher. It will stay fresh for up to 3 days.

As for freezing, this recipe doesn’t freeze well because of the alcohol and carbonation. Freezing can change the texture and flavor, so it’s better to enjoy it fresh.

For the best taste, enjoy your sangria chilled from the fridge!

Enjoy making and sharing this delicious Apple Pear Sangria with friends and family. It’s a perfect fall cocktail that’s easy to prepare and will surely impress everyone.

Pair it with some seasonal snacks, and you’ve got an instant hit for any gathering.

white table with pitcher of fall sangiria next to mums on porch
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By Katie Shaw

Katie lives in Virginia with her husband, three daughters, a chocolate lab, and over thirty chickens. She loves creating simple tutorials for sourdough, bread, and soap. Her recipes, articles, and YouTube videos reach millions of people per year.

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4 Comments

  2. Katie this looks so good! I don’t drink either but I want to try the mocktail version you just mentioned to Jenn. YUM! I’d love to make it just cause of how pretty it is! lol

  3. Thanks for sharing in the blog hop! This looks yummy! I am not a drinker, but I bet I could sub another juice and have a yummy mocktail!

    1. You could just add pear nectar and do no alcohol at all and it would be delicious!

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