White Wine Sangria
2 (750
ml.
bottles) dry
white
wine
(Pinot Gris, Chablis, Chardonnay, Riesling, or
Sauvingnon Blanc),
chilled
1 cup fruit brandy
Fruit
juice of your choice (I use fruit juice instead of sugar to add some
sweetness)
Fresh fruit (use
whatever combination of fruit and berries that are in season), sliced*
2
cups club soda, 7-Up,
seltzer water,
lemon-lime soda, or sparkling water (optional)
Ice cubes
Mint
sprigs, for garnish
*Any other seasonal fruit that tempts you may be added
(berries, melon, grapes, guavas, mangos, apples, etc). Fruit juices may also
be added. Let your imagination be your guide!
In a clean vessel, large enough to
accommodate the wine, brandy, and fruit (pickle jar, sun tea jars, etc), In a
clean vessel, large enough to accommodate the liquid and fruit (pickle
jar, sun tea jars, etc),
combine the wine, brandy, and orange liqueur. Pour in the sugar,
stir or shake the pitcher thoroughly to mix. Add the cut up fruits of
your choice. Add ice. Allow the mixture to sit for at least 1 hour
before serving to allow the fruits flavors to come through.
Serve the Sangria over ice in large wine glasses. Fill
serving glass half full with ice. Pour the sangria over the ice. Add a few slices of the marinated fruit along with some fresh
berries. Garnish each glass with a mint sprig and serve immediately.