White Sangria

By Joelene

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups simple syrup (see recipe instructions)
• 1 orange, cut into wheels
• 1 lemon, cut into wheels
• 1 lime, cut into wheels
• 1/2 cup orange juice
• 1/2 cup white grape juice
• 1 bottle (750 ml) flavorful white wine
• 1 cup brandy
• Fresh fruit for garnishing drinks
• To make simple syrup, combine 1 cup water and 1 cup sugar in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat until sugar has dissolved. Remove pan from heat and allow to cool completely. Makes about 11/2 cups.

Preparation

Step 1

Place orange, lemon and lime wheels in a 2 quart pitcher with simple syrup. Muddle with a large muddler or wooden spoon. Add orange and grape juices and muddle a little more. Add wine and brandy, and stir well. Place pitcher, preferably covered, in refrigerator for several hours or overnight. When ready to serve, add ice cubes until pitcher is full. Stir thoroughly. Pour into wineglasses and garnish with fresh fruit.

Makes 10 servings.