This sparkling sangria makes use of the French aperitif Lillet Rosé, which comes already flavored with sweet and bitter orange peel and fruit liqueurs to boost the flavor of the pitcher drink.
Sparkling Grapefruit Sangria With Lillet Rosé
Grapefruit adds crisp tartness, just right for a hot day. Note: To make simple syrup, combine 1 cup water with 1 cup sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Cool before using. Simple syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Ingredients
- 15 fresh mint leaves
- 1/4 cup simple syrup (see note above)
- 1 cup fresh grapefruit juice, from about 2 Ruby Red grapefruits, plus 1/2 of one grapefruit, peel intact, cut into rough chunks
- 1 cup Lillet Rosé
- 1 bottle Cava, chilled
Directions
- In the bottom of a pitcher, gently muddle together the mint leaves and simple syrup. Add grapefruit chunks, grapefruit juice, and Lillet Rosé. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
- When ready to serve, add Cava to the pitcher and stir gently. Serve over ice.