Green Apple Moscato Sangria is a crisp, refreshing, and slightly sweet drink that captures the sparkle of white wine and the tart crunch of green apples. This easy-to-make sangria combines Moscato’s fruity sweetness with citrus, apple, and a touch of fizz for a festive drink perfect for parties or a relaxing afternoon.
Ingredients
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1 bottle (750 ml) Moscato wine (chilled)
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1 cup green apple schnapps or apple liqueur
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2 green apples, thinly sliced
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1 lime, thinly sliced
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½ cup white grape juice (optional for extra sweetness)
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1 can (12 oz) lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
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Ice cubes
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Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 10 minutes
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Chill time: 1 hour
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Total time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Serving
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Serves 6
Instructions
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Combine the ingredients:
In a large pitcher, mix together Moscato, apple schnapps, and grape juice. Stir well to blend the flavors. -
Add fruit:
Toss in the sliced green apples and lime rounds. Stir gently. -
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the fruit infuse the wine. -
Finish before serving:
Just before serving, add lemon-lime soda or sparkling water and ice cubes. Stir lightly. -
Garnish and serve:
Pour into glasses with some fruit slices and garnish with mint leaves.
Tips
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Use Granny Smith apples for the perfect tart balance.
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For a non-alcoholic version, swap Moscato with sparkling apple juice and omit schnapps.
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Add a few slices of pear or cucumber for an elegant twist.
Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: 160
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Carbohydrates: 18g
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Sugar: 14g
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Protein: 0g
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Fat: 0g
This Green Apple Moscato Sangria is light, fruity, and full of crisp flavor — a beautiful drink that looks as good as it tastes, perfect for any celebration or cozy night in.
