Sangrianita (Sangria + Granita)

By Texaschef11

Ingredients

• Other:
• 1 bottle red wine
• 1 1/2 c water
• 1/2 c raw sugar
• 1 c chopped fruit (apples, peaches, oranges, etc.)
• 6 4-6 oz. glasses (juice, wine, etc.)

Preparation

Step 1

In a small saucepan combine the water & sugar and bring to a low boil. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes, until the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and allow to cool to room temperature.

Combine the wine and simple syrup in a large bowl and mix well. Carefully pour the wine mixture into a large metal baking pan or cookie sheet and place in the freezer. Check the mixture after about 45 minutes and gently scrape the icy bits around the edges toward the center of the pan. Return to the freezer and freeze for another 30 minutes. Repeat this process until the granita has formed into icy, flaky crystals, usually about 2 hours (depending on freezer settings).

To serve, spoon a generous amount of granita into the bottom of each glass. Add a couple spoonfuls of the chopped fruit, then top with another layer of granita. Garnish with extra fruit, serve with a spoon & a straw (just in case!), and enjoy!