Autumn Sangria

By devogirl

Makes 8 servings.

Ingredients

• 2-3 fresh figs and/or 1 cup dried figs
• 2-3 fresh plums, pitted, and/or 1 cup dried plums (prunes)
• 2-3 fresh apricots, pitted, and/or 1 cup dried apricots
• 1/4 cup molasses
• 1 750 ml. bottle light red wine, such as Pinot Noir or Gamay
• 1 750 ml. bottle sparkling apple cider or club soda, chilled
• 1 orange, peeled, if desired, and sliced

Preparation

Step 1

1. Halve, quarter, or slice fruit. In 3-quarter glass container combine fruits and molasses; stir until well-combined. Slowly pour in red wine. Cover and chill 2 to 24 hours.

2. To serve, add sparkling cider and orange. Stir gently with spoon. Fill glasses with ice and ladle in sangria.