Prepare the garnish:
Prepare eye-catching garnishes to give your cocktail a festive touch. Add pomegranate seeds or cranberries for a splash of colour and flavour. For an elegant look, slice up some oranges and red apples. To finish, reserve some cinnamon sticks to lend an aromatic note.
- In a wine glass, add a few ice cubes to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
- Add 240 mL (4 oz) of white wine, 60 mL (1 oz) of apple vodka, 120 mL (2 oz) of Tradition sparkling pear juice, and 60 mL (1 oz) of club soda.
- Stir gently to blend the flavours.
Prepare the garnish
Drop a cinnamon stick into the glass to infuse the cocktail with warm notes of cinnamon. Add a pop of colour with pomegranate seeds or cranberries. Arrange slices of red apple and orange on the rim of the glass for a festive look.
Serve “La Charlotte” immediately and treat your guests to this enticing white sangria, reinvented just in time for the holidays. Enjoy each refreshing sip and the delightfully aromatic garnish. Season’s greetings!
Presentation of the recipe
The holidays are a great time to offer guests a special surprise cocktail. More than just sangria, "La Charlotte" is a celebratory blend of white wine, apple vodka, and sparkling pear, infused with cinnamon notes for holiday warmth.
Chef’s secret
Alcohol-free version:
To make this drink a mocktail, use non-alcoholic wine and apple juice. The result: a delicious drink that works for everyone!
Prepare ahead of time:
Prepare the ingredients in advance to save time for your gathering. Prepare cinnamon sticks, orange and apple slices, and the pomegranate seeds or cranberries. Store in the refrigerator.
Custom drinks:
Adjust the proportions of alcohol and juice as desired to create lighter or more robust versions of La Charlotte.