Thirst Quencher of The Week: Summer Red Sangria w/ Mint infused Simple Syrup

Summer Red Sangria

 Hi-Ya !

North Cackalacky has been dealing with a heat wave bringing 90 degree (+) temperatures with no sight of relief any time soon, so needless to say the sweltering heat + asthma = outdoor activities at a minimum.  Guess what ?  I can still celebrate Summer indoors with a Festive, Fruity and Fun refreshment.  

Fruit, Wine, Summer Evenings  ? Yes, Please !


Let's make a nice refreshing pitcher of Summer Red Sangria.

Mint-Infused Simple Syrup

Berries, Limes, Oranges, OH MY !!

Ingredients
Serves 3- 4

• 1 bottle of Prosecco, chilled (I like the light, crisp bubbly of an Italian Prosecco, but you could also use a sparkling white)
• 1 bottle of red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir)
• 1 Orange cut into slices
• 1 Lime cut into slices
• 1 cup of fresh Strawberries, halved
• 1/2 cup of fresh Pineapples, cubed
• 1 cup of sugar
• 1 cup of water
• 4-5 mint leaves

Instructions

1. To make the mint infused simple syrup add the sugar and water to medium pot and simmer over low-medium heat, stirring frequently until dissolved.  Stir in mint leaves and let cool. 
2. Add the orange slices, lime slices, strawberries and pineapples in bottom of  2-quart pitcher. 
3. Pour wine and cooled mint infused simple syrup over fruit. Add the super chilled Prosecco and enjoy with a slice of orange dangling on the outside of your glass.
4. Drink responsibly ! 

**Side Note:  You can change up your fruit and citrus per your taste buds, but be sure to add the bubbly :)