Sangria is one of the most approachable batch cocktails for large events — wine-forward, fruit-infused, and accessible to guests who want something between wine and a full cocktail.
Wine 5-Gal Keg
Prep 5 m
Total 10 m
Yield 5-Gal Keg (~106 servings)
Gas N₂
Properly batched sangria is different from a pitcher of wine and fruit. The citrus and spirit base integrate overnight and the flavors are noticeably more complex by service time.
Batch Method
- Add all spirits and concentrates to a clean 5-gallon Cornelius keg.
- Add remaining ingredients and top with cold filtered water to 5-gallon volume.
- Seal the keg and shake vigorously side to side for 2 full minutes.
- Pressurize with N₂ (nitrogen). See panel below.
- Refrigerate minimum 12 hours before first service.
- Serve ~6 oz over ice in appropriate glassware. Garnish as desired.
- Reshake twice daily to re-integrate settled ingredients.
Pro move: Batch sangria 12 to 24 hours before service — the overnight rest allows the citrus, spirit, and fruit elements to integrate completely. Same-day batched sangria is noticeably thinner on flavor.
🍺 N₂ Pressurization — Non-Carbonated Cocktail
- Seal the keg and shake vigorously side to side for 2 full minutes.
- Connect gray/silver Cornelius "gas in" connector to GAS IN plug on keg lid.
- Set N₂ regulator to 12–15 psi.
- Pull up pressure release ring 3 times quickly to cycle gas through keg.
- Test flow. Reduce to 10–12 psi if pouring too fast.
- Reshake twice daily before service to re-integrate all ingredients.
Full keg gas instructions: Keg Gas Instructions →
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🥂N₂ pressurized — non-carbonated, food-safe
⚡Batch-ready for high-volume draft service
✨90-day shelf life · 106 servings per keg