This Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail recipe is not only beautiful for fall, but it is easy to make, and the perfect non alcoholic option for entertaining. With a delicate balance of white wine, apple cider, ginger, cinnamon, and pear, it is a fresh and fruity drink that will keep you coming back for more.
Best of all, this fall sangria mocktail is made with zero proof, alcoholic removed wine. It is a thousand times better than sparkling grape juice options and you will be amazed at how it taste just like the real deal!
For more non alcoholic apple cider mocktails, check out my Apple Cider Mule Mocktail, Apple Bees Knees Mocktail, and Apple Cider Slush.
One thing I love to drink in early fall is a white sangria! The crisp flavors are perfect for autumn and those days where it is cold in the morning but warmer in the evening (you know what I mean if you live in the Midwest). Just imagine it, sipping on a glass of sangria while sitting on the front porch at the farm looking out at the changing leaves… It is what I live for!
Why This Sangria Mocktail Is PERFECT For Fall Entertaining
- It’s a MOCKTAIL which means it’s family friendly, kid friendly, pregnancy friendly, driving home at the end of the night friendly. Anyone can enjoy this virgin sangria recipe!
- Everyone will love the fall flavors- apple cider, ginger, pear, and cinnamon are the main tasting notes.
- Make it ahead of time, up to a day in advance (making it perfect when you are preparing for all your fall gatherings).
- Easily double or triple the recipe depending on how many people you are serving.
- It is versatile, adaptable, and easy to make your own (suggestions down further).
Watch This 30 Second Recipe Tutorial:
What Is A Sangria Mocktail?
Sangria is a traditional Spanish drink made with red wine, fruit juices, fruit, and sweetener. It is enjoyed year around and for good reasons, it is delicious!
This Sangria is a mock sangria or non alcoholic sangria mocktail using alcohol removed wine, fruit juices, fruit, sweetener, and spices. It is similar to traditional sangria except everyone can enjoy this one and it is a white sangria instead of a red sangria.
Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail Ingredients
There are only 7 ingredients in this fall inspired non alcoholic sangria recipe, all are simple and packed with autumn flavors.
- Alcohol Removed White Moscato: I like the brand Fre by Sutter Homes because it tastes great and it is well priced (not sponsored). Other brands I like are Giesen and Surely (these white wines aren’t as sweet as the Moscato).
- Apple Cider: I like to use locally made cider from the apple orchard.
- Ginger Beer (non- alcoholic): This adds bubbles and another flavor note.
- Simple Syrup: I prefer to make my own, but you can always use store-bought. Here are a few recipes:
- Apples and Pears: Use any types you prefer, I used Fuji apples and Bosc pears. Make sure they are thoroughly washed too (we don’t want wax and pesticides in our sangria.
- Cinnamon Sticks: Make sure they are food grade cinnamon sticks (typically found in the spice or baking aisle of your grocery store).
How to Make Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail
Here’s a quick overview on how to make this fall sangria mocktail recipe. The recipe card below will have complete measurements and details.
- Slice your apples and pears. Don’t forget to wash them well first. I like to slice them thin while keeping their whole shape. You can also chop them into chunks.
- Add the fruit and cinnamon sticks to a large pitcher or punch bowl. If you have large cinnamon sticks like I did, breaking them in half or thirds is best.
- Pour in the alcohol removed white Moscato, apple cider, ginger beer, and simple syrup.
- Stir and Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This helps the flavors to develop and meld together making your sangria even tastier.
4 Tips For Serving It Up At A Party:
- Make it the night before so you have one less thing to worry about the day of your party (yes please!) When you do this combine all the ingredients (except for the ginger beer or you’ll lose all the carbonation) and refrigerate. Right before you are about to serve the sangria, pour in your ginger beer and stir well.
- Place ice tongs with your sangria so party guests can take cinnamon sticks, apple, and pear slices. You can also serve more on the side if you do not want your guests removing them from the sangria.
- If your sangria starts to go flat as the party goes on, you can revive it by adding a bit of tonic water or more ginger beer. The bubbly will give it life.
- Make two versions for the party, one with alcohol removed wine and one with alcoholic wine. Just be sure to label them.
Sangria Mocktail Variations
The great thing about sangria recipe is it is so versatile, and you can easily make this recipe your own.
Substitute the white Moscato for other white wines like Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, sparkling white or red grape juice. Keep in mind the alcohol removed wine is the major ingredient and will impact the sangria. A dry wine may need more simple syrup, a sweeter sparkling juice may need less simple syrup.
Add other fruits like green grapes, plums, cranberries, oranges, lemons, pomegranate seeds, etc.
Use a combination of juices, apple cider with pear juice, pomegranate juice, freshly squeezed orange juice, or cranberry juice. I also love freshly squeezed lemon juice if the sangria is too sweet. To mellow out spicy flavors from the ginger beer, freshly squeezed lime juice is great.
Make it spicy! Not spicy … but with additional whole (not ground) spices like cardamom, star anise, ginger, clove, nutmeg, mulling spices, etc.
Swap the ginger soda for other bubbly drinks like ginger ale, 7 Up, Sprite, tonic water, sparkling water, etc. Basically, anything carbonated that will give bubbles to your sangria mocktail.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
This recipe is sweet, but not overly sweet, because of the white Moscato wine. If you are looking for a drier option, you can omit the simple syrup or substitute the white Moscato for Pinot Grigio or other dry white wines.
When you are not serving it, it should be refrigerated and drank within 3 days. It does keep for up to a week but after 3 days the flavor becomes flat. You can always add a splash of ginger beer or apple cider to boost the flavors.
Alcohol removed wine is found at most major grocery stores (in with the alcoholic wines) and it can also be bought online. I like the brand Fre by Sutter Wines because it tastes exactly like Moscato and it is most commonly found.
More Mocktail Recipes You Might Enjoy
- Moscow Mule Mocktail
- Gin and Tonic Mocktail
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- Spicy Jalapeno Margarita Mocktail
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- Sunrise Mocktail Spritzer
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- Or browse all my mocktails here. There are tons more!
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Apple Cider Sangria Mocktail
Ingredients
- 1 bottle alcohol removed white wine; 750ml bottle – I used Moscato*
- 16 ounces apple cider
- 12 ounces ginger beer; or a 12 ounce can
- 3 ounces simple syrup; recipes below
- 1 pear; thinly sliced
- 1 apple; thinly sliced
- 4 small cinnamon sticks; or 2 large
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and thinly slice the pear and apple.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, sliced pear and apple to a large pitcher or punch bowl.
- Pour in the alcohol removed white wine, apple cider, ginger beer, and simple syrup.
- Thoroughly stir the sangria and refrigerate for at least two hours (to develop stronger flavors).
- Stir prior to serving.
Video
Notes
Alcohol Removed White Wine Options:
- Moscato from Fre by Sutter Homes: A semi- sweet white wine option. This is what I used in this recipe.
- Riesling by Giesen: The sweetest of all the wine options.
- Sauvignon Blanc by Surely: The driest of all the white wines.
- Pinot Grigio by Giesen: Dry but not as dry as Sauvignon Blanc.
Storing Information:
- In the refrigerator for up to 1 week, best flavor up to 3 days.
Simple Syrup Recipes (click for recipe):
4 Tips For Serving It Up At A Party:
- Make it the night before and when you do, combine all the ingredients (except for the ginger beer) and refrigerate. Right before serving, pour in the ginger beer and stir.
- Place ice tongs with the sangria so party guests can take cinnamon sticks, apple, and pear slices OR serve more on the side.
- If your sangria starts to go flat, revive it by adding tonic water or more ginger beer.
- Make two versions for the party, one with alcohol removed wine and one with alcoholic wine. Just be sure to label them.
Metric conversions are calculated automatically. I cannot guarantee the accuracy of this information.
What a great mocktail! This is perfect for any night of the week.
The perfect fall mocktail!!
This is my new favorite fall cocktail. It is refreshing, not too sweet, and perfectly apple-y!
I love the beautiful fall atmosphere of this drink. I try to avoid too much alcohol, and having something like this on hand for fall entertaining will be a lifesaviour.
My family loved that they got all the flavor of a cocktail but none of the alcohol! Really lovely sangria!
I just LOVE the fruity flavors in this sangria, and it was nice to have a fancy non-alcoholic drink to share with friends that don’t drink/are driving home! This will be a welcome addition to our holiday table!