The Halloween Sangria is a dark, fruity, and spooky twist on the classic sangria — perfect for your Halloween party table. Loaded with juicy fruit slices that resemble floating “eyeballs,” this drink mixes deep red wine with brandy and fruit juices to create a bold flavor and eerie look. Whether you’re hosting a costume bash or just want a fun seasonal drink, this punch-style sangria will set the mood.
Ingredients
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1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine (Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
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½ cup brandy
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½ cup orange juice
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¼ cup pomegranate juice (for deeper color)
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2 tbsp sugar or honey (optional, adjust to taste)
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1 orange, thinly sliced
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1 apple, sliced into thin rounds or small cubes
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½ cup black grapes (or frozen blackberries)
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½ cup pomegranate seeds
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1 cup club soda or sparkling water (for topping)
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Ice cubes
For a spooky touch:
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Lychee “eyeballs”: canned lychees stuffed with blueberries or red grapes
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Orange or lemon peel twists for garnish
Cooking Time
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Prep time: 10 minutes
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Chill time: 2 hours
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Total time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Serving
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Makes about 6 glasses
Instructions
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Combine liquids:
In a large pitcher, mix red wine, brandy, orange juice, pomegranate juice, and sugar or honey. Stir until the sugar dissolves. -
Add fruit:
Add orange slices, apple slices, grapes, and pomegranate seeds to the pitcher. -
Chill:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight) so the flavors blend together. -
Before serving:
Add ice and top with club soda or sparkling water for a little fizz. -
Decorate:
Float the lychee “eyeballs” on top and add orange peel twists for a festive touch.
Tips
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To make it non-alcoholic, use grape juice instead of wine and skip the brandy.
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For extra spookiness, add a few drops of black food coloring to make the sangria darker.
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Freeze the fruit before adding it — this keeps the drink chilled without watering it down.
Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories: 190
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Carbohydrates: 22g
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Sugar: 18g
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Alcohol: 13g
This Halloween Sangria is a hauntingly delicious drink that brings color, flavor, and a little fright to your celebration — sweet, spooky, and perfectly shareable.
