How many servings does this recipe make?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

What ingredients do I need for On Sale? No, On Special Sangria!?

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: half of howtocookabears blood-orange syrup (also found at http://www.food52.com/recipes/9333_bloodhound), 1 cup blood-orange juice, 3 tablespoons sugar, 5 green cardamom pods, crushed, and more.

Is On Sale? No, On Special Sangria! suitable as drinks & smoothies?

Yes, On Sale? No, On Special Sangria! falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

How do I store leftover On Sale? No, On Special Sangria!?

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

On Sale? No, On Special Sangria! Recipe

Name: On Sale? No, On Special Sangria!
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: half of howtocookabears blood-orange syrup (also found at http://www.food52.com/recipes/9333_bloodhound); 1 cup blood-orange juice; 3 tablespoons sugar; 5 green cardamom pods, crushed; juice of a half-lime; Sangria; 1/2 cup blood-orange syrup; 1 cup sake or other white wine; 750 ml bottle Rioja or other Spanish red wine; 2 tablespoons triple sec; 1/4 cup brandy or vodka; 1 orange, half sliced into half-moons, the other half squeezed into the sangria; 1 sweet apple (not like Granny Smith), cut into cubes; 1 peach, cut into cubes; 1/2 lemon, cut in half and sliced into half-moons; 12 ounces club soda, chilled (or citrus soda like 7-Up if you want it sweeter)

Try this homemade On Sale? No, On Special Sangria! recipe the whole family will love. Made with blood-orange syrup, blood-orange juice, sugar and green …

This On Sale? No, On Special Sangria! relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as blood-orange juice, sugar, green cardamom pods, crushed and juice of a half-lime. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 114 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It's versatile enough for an easy weeknight dinner yet satisfying enough for guests at the weekend. Serve it with your favorite sides, and keep any leftovers for a quick meal the next day.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Drinks & Smoothies

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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