I’ve tried Sangria many times over the years, and I’ve decided I prefer the kind that doesn’t get you hammered and headachy after a couple of glasses on a hot day. It should be light and refreshing, enjoyable alone or with food. To this end, I wanted to use good wine with fruit juice and avoid additional sugar or other alcohol, creating an easily drinkable, punchy beverage.
This recipe is embarrassingly simple, but I always get positive comments when I serve it so I figure it’s blog-worthy. It goes quickly, so be prepared to make a few batches during a party.
You will need:
Red wine (use decent quality red wine with strong fruit, such as a Sangiovese. The wine should be good enough to drink alone.)
Pineapple juice
Limes
Lemons and oranges, sliced in thin half-circles with rind on
Fill a large pitcher with 2/3 wine and 1/3 pineapple juice. Add juice of half a lime. Add sliced citrus and stir. Other fruit can be added, such as sliced pineapple or strawberries.
Let sangria chill for a couple of hours…or not. It’s pretty good served right away, too. Serve over ice.
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