White Sangria

Spring is here in the southeast which means two of my favorite things; fresh strawberries and backyard cookouts.  My hubby and I love to entertain, especially in the warmer months.  I recently used this recipe as a signature drink for a backyard gathering. 

While traditional sangria blends the rich flavors of red wine and citris frutis.  This version uses a bubbly Spanish wine called Cava.  It is light and fruity with a great perfume.  Add fresh strawberries from a local farm and you have the perfect warm weather cocktail.  This recipe makes 4 wine glasses full.

Ingredients:

• fresh mint leaves
• 1 chilled bottle of Cava
• 1 cup chilled white grape juice
• 3/4 cup sliced fresh strawberries
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur
• 1/3 cup fresh raspberries (optional)
• colored sugar for rim of glass (optional)

Putting It All Together:

1. Muddle mint bottom of glass pitcher
2. Stir in the rest of the ingredients
3. Garnish wine glasses with colored sugar and strawberry (optional)
4. Serve over ice.

Enjoy!

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