Winter Fruit Sangria

By smleonard

Ingredients

• 6 dried Calmyrna (light) figs, sliced
• 6 dried apricots, cut into slivers
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 2 Tbsp. honey
• 1 750 ml. bottle Rioja or Merlot
• 1 10-oz. bottle club soda

Preparation

Step 1

In a saucepan stir together the dried fruits, brandy, and honey. Cook over medium-low heat until simmering. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Add wine; stir. Refrigerate up to 24 hours. To serve, strain sangria into a pitcher. Add ice cubes and club soda; stir gently.