Description

This Pumpkin Spice Fireball Sangria is a festive and warming fall cocktail that combines crisp white wine, spicy Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, and rich pumpkin puree. Enhanced with apple cider, fresh seasonal fruits, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this sangria offers a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and fruity flavors. Ideal for autumn gatherings or cozy evenings, it can be prepared ahead of time and garnished with flaming cinnamon sticks for a smoky aromatic twist.

Ingredients

Scale

Liquids

1 bottle of white wine (750 ml, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc)
1 cup Fireball Cinnamon Whisky
½ cup pumpkin puree (unsweetened)
2 cups apple cider

Fruits

2 apples, sliced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp recommended)
1 orange, sliced

Spices & Sweeteners

2 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp ground nutmeg
½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tbsp maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)

Instructions

Mix the base liquids: In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, Fireball Cinnamon Whisky, pumpkin puree, and apple cider. Stir thoroughly until the pumpkin puree is fully incorporated into the mixture, resulting in a smooth, cohesive liquid base.
Add fruits and spices: Add the sliced apples and orange slices along with the cinnamon sticks, ground nutmeg, and ground cinnamon to the pitcher. If desired, stir in the optional maple syrup to enhance sweetness.
Chill and marinate: Cover the pitcher with a lid or plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 to 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For best flavor infusion, let it sit overnight.
Serve the sangria: Pour the sangria into individual glasses, making sure each serving includes a generous portion of the fruit slices. Garnish each glass with a cinnamon stick.
Optional smoky garnish: For an impressive and aromatic presentation, carefully ignite the cinnamon stick briefly to release a smoky aroma, then add a light dusting of nutmeg on top. Exercise caution when lighting the cinnamon sticks.

Notes

Use unsweetened pumpkin puree to control the sweetness of the sangria.
Maple syrup is optional and can be adjusted or omitted depending on your preferred sweetness level.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, but overnight chilling enhances flavor infusion.
When lighting the cinnamon stick, ensure safety precautions to avoid burns or fire hazards.
Serve chilled and consume within 24 hours for best freshness.
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute white wine and Fireball whisky with apple cider and cinnamon syrup, respectively.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Beverage, Cocktail
Method: No-cook mixing and chilling
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz)
Calories: 200
Sugar: 18g
Sodium: 10mg
Fat: 0.5g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pumpkin spice sangria, Fireball cocktail, autumn drink, fall sangria, cinnamon whisky cocktail, festive sangria recipe