Summer Sangria Classic Sangria

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I just love summer and all the wonderful drinks we use to try and cool down. I hope you enjoy these two very different sangrias. I usually add extra fruit to the sangrias, peach wedges to the classic sangria and pear slices to the summer sangria.

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Steps

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Summer sangria.

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In a large chilled pitcher , combine the sugar , orange liqueur , brandy and white wine.

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Cover and refrigerate for 2 1 / 2 hours.

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When ready to serve slowly stir in club soda to taste.

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Add all the fruit and ice cubes and enjoy.

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Classic sangria.

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In a large chilled pitcher , combine the red wine , orange and lemon slices , triple sec and brandy with 1 tbsp of sugar.

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Cover and refrigerate for 1 1 / 2 hours.

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Before serving add club soda and ice , taste and adjust sugar or soda as preferred.

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Ingredients

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white sugar, triple sec, brandy, dry white wine, club soda, honeydew melon, cantaloupe ball, lemon slice, lime slice, orange slice, strawberry, ice cubes, dry red wine, orange slices, lemon slices