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CRANGRIA

 

Cranberry Juice added to Sangria adds a festive tang to any occasion. So easy to drink - not for the light hearted.  For a deeper flavor let the fresh fruit steep in the liquors and fruit juices the night before.  Time for a celebration!

 

Ingredients:

1 bottle red wine

1/2 cup vodka

1/2 cup Triple Sec

1/4 cup Brandy

3 cups cranberry Juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

1/2 cup fresh orange juice

juice of one lime

Thin slices of 1/2 orange

Thin slices of 1/2 lemon

Thin slices of 1/2 lime

Thin slices of 1/2 red apple

Thin slices of 1/2 green apple

2 cups gingerale or seltzer 

simple syrup or sugar to taste (see simple syrup recipe)

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1.  Place the first 13 ingredients in a large  pitcher, stir and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.  

2.  Add gingerale or seltzer just before serving, taste and add sugar or simple syrup, if desired.

 3.  Add ice and pour.