Classic Red Sangria

By polloazul

Ingredients

• 1 orange, cut in quarters and then thin slices
• 1 lemon, cut in quarters and very thinly sliced
• 2 large apples, peeled, cored and cut into thin slices
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup Grand Marnier or orange flavored liqueur
• 1 1.5 L (or 2 bottles of 750ml) bottle of red wine (from chart above, Rioja Reds, Malbec, Merlot or Shiraz)
• 2 liters seltzer water or club soda, chilled

Preparation

Step 1

In a large container, sprinkle the fruit (orange, lemon and apples) with 1/2 cup of sugar and the lime and orange juices. Stir to combine.
Pour 1/4 cup brandy and Grand Marnier or orange flavored liqueur over the fruit and allow to marinate for no less than an hour, but no more than 4 hours.
Add the red wine and seltzer water or club soda. Taste and add more sugar if necessary.
Stir, chill, and add ice just before serving.