Blueberry Pomegranate Sangria

Submitted by ratherbeswimmin

"A contemporary sangria"

 

• Ready In: 4hrs 20mins
• Ingredients: 7
• Serves: 7

ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups blueberries
• 3⁄4 cup simple syrup (1 part sugar, 1 part water)
• 1 (750 ml) bottle red wine
• 1 cup pomegranate juice
• 1⁄4 cup cognac
• 1⁄4 cup triple sec
• 1 orange, cut into half-wheels (or thin wedges)

directions

1. In a saucepan, combine the blueberries with the simple syrup over low heat.
2. Cook, stirring constantly, until the blueberries start to discolor and the syrup starts to thicken, about 5 minutes; set aside.
3. Combine the remaining ingredients in a large ceramic or glass container.
4. Add the blueberry mixture (liquid and berries); stir well.
5. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours; serve over ice.