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    Walker Blood Sangria for Dead Eats: Recipes Inspired by The Walking Dead

    Published: Oct 27, 2020 · Modified: Feb 6, 2022 by Kim Beaulieu · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Walker Blood Sangria served in shot glasses with sugar around the rims.

    This Walker Blood Sangria is a tasty pomegranate sangria that is perfect for Walking Dead viewing parties or Halloween.

    walker blood sangria served in shot glasses

    To tell the truth, I'm totally in love with this walker blood sangria!

    Just because the world is ending and there are walkers everywhere doesn't mean you can't entertain in style. Am I right?

    Lock the doors, turn out the lights and sip this sangria. A little wine, a little pomegranate juice and you've got a party!

    Honestly, I've been watching old episodes like crazy. One of the perks of working from home is I can actually have the TV playing in the background while I work.

    I'm on season two, yet again. The one where Rick and Shane fight.

    Wait? They fight in every episode, don't they?

    Okay, let's clarify. It's the one where they get in a fight, again, over whether to leave Randall at the school. I think this is the episode where I realized how much foreshadowing goes on in the show.

    The scene where Shane sees himself in the window gets me every time. You know what's coming down the road. Which worries me for future episodes.

    Everyone knows my favourite character is Daryl. There's something about the redneck with a heart of gold that just sucks you right into the story.

    Seriously, I did not expect to get this hooked on a TV show. Honestly, I blame Daryl.

    If you're going to have a cocktail, you're going to share it with Daryl. I know I would. And did. Or least I did in my head.

    One day maybe I'll share a drink with him for real. A girl has to dream.

    sangria in shot glasses with a figurine or Daryl Dixon from The Walking Dead standing behind the shot glasses

     

    Ingredient Notes:

    • Wine - I used Merlot for this recipe. You can, in fact, use any red wine. Just look for something that has s a rich, vibrant colour, as well as great flavour.
    • Juice - Use pomegranate juice for this. Again, try to use a brand that is a vibrant red. Personally, I love POM Wonderful brand.
    • Liqueur - For this recipe, I used Cointreau which is an orange liqueur. Any orange liqueur will do.
    • Sparkling Water - This just gives it a nice bubbly effect. You could substitute any clear soda instead if you prefer. 7-Up or Sprite would also work.
    • Ice - Add ice right before serving so you don't water down the drink. If serving in shot glasses omit the ice. If you want to get really creative you could use skeleton shaped molds or freeze pomegranate juice instead of water.
    • Pomegranate Arils - These are optional, use them if serving this in a pitcher. It just looks nice. But obviously be careful so no one chokes on an aril and becomes a zombie.
    • Oranges - Again, these are purely decorative if serving in a pitcher. Slice them thinly and toss them in with the ice and arils.

    How to Make Walker Blood Sangria:

    Just to clarify, I like to let my sangria sit in the fridge overnight after I make it. That said, if you are in a rush then give it at least 15 minutes.  Honestly, a couple of hours is the preferred amount of time so the flavours have time to meld.

    • First, pour the wine into a pitcher then add the pomegranate juice and Cointreau. Give it a stir.
    • Next, pop the sangria in the fridge to let the flavours meld overnight, if possible. Again, you can rush it but the sweet spot is actually 2 to 4 hours so the flavour really develops nicely.
    • Then, remove from the fridge and add the sparkling water and ice as well. Stir well so everything mixes nicely.
    • Now, if you're serving this drink for a holiday then add pomegranate arils and sliced oranges for added decoration.
    • Lastly, serve and sip!

    How to Decorate Glass Rims

    • As for the rims, I used coloured sugar. For this recipe, I used red but black would actually be nice as well.
    • Honestly, there are lots of options for the liquid to use on the rims. You can use lemon juice or lime juice. Also, water works too.
    • Another option is corn syrup or honey. In all honesty, the texture holds up better and you can get a nice thick sugar rim that will really make the drink stand out.

    So, basically you can do it one of two ways:

    1. First option: Pour some water, lemon juice, lime juice, corn syrup or honey into a wide mouth bowl. The, dump some coloured sugar on a small plate. Dunk your shot glass rims in the liquid, then quickly dunk it in the sugar and spin it so it coats the rim evenly.
    2. Second option: Use a sponge, popsicle stick or toothpick to apply corn syrup or honey to the shot glass rims. Pour sugar onto another small plate and dunk the shot glass rims into the sugar, spinning them so the sugar coats the rim evenly.

    walker blood sangria served in shot glasses, tiny plastic skulls are scattered around them

    Swing by my other Dead Eats Posts:

    • How to Throw a Killer Walking Dead Party
    • Carol’s Cookies
    • Chocolate Weapons Bark
    • Cinnamon Pecans
    • Bloody Guts Dip
    • Toilet Water Drink

    Check out Dionne's TWD Posts recipes:

    • Carol's Cookies
    • Carl's Chocolate Pudding
    • Slow Cooker Baked Beans

    Disclaimer:

    • First of all, this event is a fun theme week hosted by Kim and Dionne.
    • Secondly, it’s not sponsored or endorsed by The Walking Dead.
    • Although if they see this feel free to “call us”. 
    • Also, this post may contains affiliate links.
    • Thanks to everyone who helps to support this blog.

     

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    Walker Blood Sangria

    This Walker Blood Sangria is a tasty pomegranate sangria that is perfect for Walking Dead viewing parties or Halloween.
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Keyword pomegranate sangria, walker blood sangria
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes
    Servings 12
    Calories 112kcal
    Author Kim Beaulieu

    Equipment

    • Tall Shot Glasses
    • Glass Pitcher
    • Wooden Spoon

    Ingredients

    • 750 ml red wine I used Merlot
    • 2 cups pomegranate juice
    • ¼ cup Cointreau or any orange liqueur
    • 2 cups sparkling water
    • 2 cups ice if desired
    • 1 cup pomegranate arils
    • 2 oranges sliced
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    Remember to allow your Sangria to rest for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, before serving!

    • Pour the Merlot in a pitcher, add the pomegranate juice and the Cointreau, stir well.
    • Put the mixture in the fridge for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.
    • Remove the mixture from the fridge and add the sparkling water. Stir well. Add ice if desired.
    • If serving for a holiday that isn't Halloween or Walking Dead related I would add some pomegranate arils and sliced oranges for garnish.
    • Serve with a big old Sangria loving smile!

    Notes

    Originally posted on October 15, 2015.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 240mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

     

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    Walker Blood Sangria for Dead Eats: Recipes Inspired by The Walking Dead- Just because the world is ending and there's walkers everywhere that's no excuse not to entertain in style. Lock the doors, turn out the lights and sip this Walker Blood Sangria. A little wine, a little pomegranate juice and you've got a party.

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    Comments

    1. Kat (The Baking Explorer)

      October 10, 2017 at 8:42 am

      They look seriously spooky! I love Daryl too!

      Reply
    2. Kim~madeinaday

      October 10, 2017 at 12:00 pm

      Ooh great looking cocktail! Pinned! Thank you for sharing on Merry Monday! Hope to see ya next week!
      Kim

      Reply
    3. Sandra L Garth

      October 10, 2017 at 1:53 pm

      5 stars
      I'm probably the only person on the planet that doesn't watch TWD. However, I could down a couple of these in no time flat. Maybe 3.

      Reply
    4. Erlene

      October 15, 2017 at 5:58 am

      I'm so glad to meet a fellow WD fan! Our theme this year is Terminus, so our decorations are a bit gory. I bet you could pass the WD quizzes I made with ease since you've watched the series 15 times:-) Anyway, wanted to let you know that your drink is my feature pick for this week's Merry Monday link party.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 21, 2017 at 1:45 am

        I'm currently on round 26. Clearly, I have a problem. I'll swing by this week to check it out. I have Terminus Ribs to share soon. And I made Dwight's Sandwich. Ha! Just need to find time to post the recipes. I'm seriously obsessed. Hoping to go to ComicCon one day to meet the cast and embarrass myself fully!

        Reply
    5. Emily

      October 21, 2017 at 2:53 pm

      This recipe sounds so good - I love any kind of sangria! Thanks for sharing with Merry Monday!

      Reply
    6. Victor

      May 22, 2018 at 1:53 pm

      Wow! Very creative! I will definitely try.

      Reply
    7. Boyd Kobe

      February 24, 2019 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      Gorgeous looking cocktail! It sounds so delicious too. Can’t wait to try these, everyone will love them.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        February 26, 2019 at 7:49 pm

        Thanks so much. Hope you enjoy them!!

        Reply
    8. jon gruden

      October 10, 2020 at 1:26 am

      5 stars
      Lock the doors, turn out the lights and sip this Walker Blood Sangria.

      Reply
    9. Ruhanika

      October 20, 2020 at 3:44 am

      How fun that looks! I love the sugared rims. I would love them with orange slices too. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        October 22, 2020 at 8:47 pm

        Thanks so much.

        Reply
    10. denny

      December 14, 2020 at 11:54 pm

      4 stars
      hank you for sharing this amazing idea, really appreciates your post.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        December 29, 2020 at 11:45 pm

        Thanks.

        Reply
    11. breakfast hours

      February 09, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      Gorgeous looking cocktail! and It is nice info to share with my friends. Definitely, It is a better choice before breakfast.

      Reply
      • Kim Beaulieu

        March 09, 2021 at 8:30 pm

        Thanks.

        Reply
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