Peach-Basil Sangria

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
• 1 cup sliced peaches (about 2 medium peaches)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped orange slices (about 1 small orange)
• 1/4 cup chopped lime slices (about 1 small lime)
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur (such as Cointreau)
• 1/4 cup simple syrup
• 1 liter club soda

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

None

Difficulty Level:

1 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the red wine, peaches, basil, orange slices, lime slices, orange liqueur, and simple syrup.
2. Stir well to combine.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
4. When ready to serve, add the club soda and stir.
5. Serve over ice in glasses garnished with additional peach slices and basil leaves.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe):

• Calories: 200
• Carbohydrates: 20g
• Protein: 1g
• Fat: 0g

Dish Characteristics:

• Refreshing and flavorful summer cocktail
• Perfect for parties or gatherings
• Can be customized to taste with different fruits and flavors

User Comments:

• "This sangria was absolutely delicious! The peach and basil flavors were perfectly balanced."
• "I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it!"
• "This is the perfect summer cocktail. It's light and refreshing but still has a lot of flavor."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a dry red wine for the best results.
• If you don't have orange liqueur, you can substitute another type of liqueur, such as brandy or rum.
• You can also add other fruits to this sangria, such as strawberries, raspberries, or blueberries.
• To make ahead, prepare the sangria up to the club soda step. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to serve, add the club soda and stir.