Simple Sangria

Looking for a quick and easy sangria recipe? You've come to the right place.

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This blend of raspberries, wine, and citrus-y goodness is a crowd-pleasing thirst quencher. This delicious fruit-laden simple sangria is featured in Episode 1 of Moms Sipping Sangria.

INGREDIENTS

1 lemon, thinly sliced 1 small orange, thinly sliced 1 cup (250 mL) fresh raspberries ¾ cup (185 mL) freshly squeezed lemon juice ¾ cup (185) simple syrup (see below)* 1 cup (250 mL) water 750 mL dry red wine

Serves 6

DIRECTIONS

Add lemon and orange and raspberries to a large pitcher. Stir to bruise raspberries slightly. Top lemon juice and simple syrup . Stir in water then wine. Chill thoroughly for at least 4 hours allowing flavours to infuse. Serve in a tall glass or large wine goblet over ice.

*Simple Syrup

1 cup (250 mL) water 1 cup (250 mL) granulated sugar

Bring water to a boil in a small pan. Remove from heat. Add sugar and stir to dissolve. Let cool.

For more delicious recipes like this one, please see LCBO's food and drink recipes section.

Cheers!

Anita & Sheila ~ Moms Sipping Sangria

Simple Sangria is featured in Episode 1 which is available for streaming on your fave podcast app. Don't have a a podcast app? No problem! Listen here.

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