Sparkling Sangria

Prep 20 min
Total 20 min
Servings 20

Add Spanish flair to your next gathering with this refreshing sangria, a blend of tangy citrus and sweet grape flavors--and a splash of liqueur. MORE+ LESS-

By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Updated February 24, 2010

Ingredients

limes

oranges

lemon

1/2

cup sugar

1/2

cup water

bottles (25.4 oz each) white Catawba grape juice

tablespoons orange-flavored liqueur or orange juice

cups sparkling water, chilled

Steps

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1

Cut ends off fruit. In 2-quart saucepan, mix sugar and water; add ends of fruit. Heat to boiling; boil 3 minutes. Cool; discard ends. Cut remaining limes, oranges and lemon into thin slices.
2

In 3-quart non-metal container, mix sugar-water mixture, grape juice and liqueur. Add fruit slices; refrigerate. Just before serving, add sparkling water; stir gently.

Expert Tips

For a stunning presentation, serve this light, refreshing drink in a clear glass pitcher with lime, lemon and orange slices.
Sangria hails from Spain and is traditionally made with wine. This recipe omits the wine for a family-friendly drink.