Orondo Ruby® Cherry and Peach Sangria

Summer is here and we’re ready to beat the heat with our light sparkling cherry and peach sangria! There’s nothing more refreshing than a little rosé, fresh seasonal fruit, a touch of bubbles and a sprinkle of mint.

Our fun and cheerful drink is simple to make and is sure to wow the crowd at your next backyard barbecue.

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Recipe Development and Photography: Williams-Raines

YIELD:  6 servings

INGREDIENTS  

• 1 bottle (750 ml) Rosé wine 
• 1/3 cup brandy, cherry or peach flavored if available  
• 1/4 cup sugar 
• Dash of citrus bitters (optional) 
• 1 cup Orondo Ruby® cherries, pitted and halved
• 2 ripe peaches or nectarines, sliced thin
• 1 lime, sliced crosswise into rounds
• 1 orange, sliced crosswise into rounds
• Large handful of fresh mint springs
• 1 cup of cherry or citrus flavored sparkling water or tonic water
• Ice

METHOD  

1. Combine wine, brandy, sugar and bitters (if using) in a large pitcher and stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Add sliced cherries, peaches, lime, orange and mint sprigs. (TIP: set aside a few pieces of each fruit to garnish the glasses before serving)
3. Mix in sparkling water and ice just before serving. Enjoy!