Monday, December 23, 2013

Holiday Cheer Sangria

Egg nog may be synonymous with holiday spirits, but why not change up your party’s yuletide refreshment this year? Thankfully, we have you covered with this easy to make and almost too pretty to drink sangria! It takes about an hour or two to make, so you have time to enjoy a glass in peace before the guests arrive.

Cranberry & Rosemary White Christmas Sangria (via Bay Area Bites)

Ingredients:
2 apples, 1 granny smith and 1 braeburn
1 heaping cup of fresh cranberries
1 large sprig of fresh rosemary, extra for garnish
1 bottle of Pinot Grigio
1/2 cup of white grape juice
1/4 cup of sugar, more for garnish
1 can of club soda

Instructions:
1. First you need to chop up the apples; it works best if you chop them into small cubes.
2. In a large pitcher, combine all of the ingredients.
3. Mix all the ingredients together well so the sugar dissolves.
4. After mixing well, place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill. During this time the sugar will
fully dissolve and the rosemary will infuse your sangria. Don’t be afraid of the rosemary in your
sangria; it helps cut down the sweetness level, making your drink more enjoyable!
5. If you want to get really creative while the sangria is chilling, you can make the rosemary
garnish.
6. Since we are making a Christmas drink, why not add some festive greenery? Place about 1/2 cup
of granulated sugar in a shallow bowl or plate. Lightly wet the rosemary sprigs and shake off any
excess water. Roll the rosemary in the sugar bowl and voila! Watch your back, Martha Stewart;
these are some classy looking drinks.
7. Once the pitcher of sangria has chilled for an hour or two, it will be ready to serve. How easy was that?




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