Summer Sangria

Similar to Vega Tapas Cafe in Metairie, LA

• Ready In: 2 hrs 10 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 liters Burgundy wine (or any dry red wine)
• 1 1⁄4 cups sugar
• 1  cup brandy
• 3⁄4 cup triple sec
• 2  large oranges, sliced
• 1  large orange, juice of
• 1  large lemon, sliced
• 2  large limes, sliced
• 2  large apples, cored and sliced
• 1  liter  club soda

Directions

1. In a one gallon container (I used an "oyster bucket") add all the ingredients, except the club soda, and stir to dissolve the sugar.
2. Allow the mixture to stand for a couple of hours stirring occasionally.
3. When ready to serve, place 1/2 of the mixture in a pitcher and add 1/2 of the club soda and stir.
4. Serve over ice.
5. When ready, add the club soda to the remainder of the wine mixture.
6. Beware, it's light and fruity, but it packs a punch!