Summer Sangrias

 I'm a fan of sangria, especially lighter versions made with white wine in the summer. Here are my favorite ones so far.

White Strawberry Sangria

1 750 ml bottle dry white wine, chilled (I like Sauvignon Blanc)

1/2 c strawberry schnapps

1/4 c sugar (or a little less)

2 c sliced strawberries

In a pitcher, mix the first three ingredients until the sugar dissolves, then add the strawberries and a lot of ice. You can add other fruit, as well, I love nectarines in summer sangria.

Campari Sangria Spritz

1 750 ml bottle dry white wine, chilled (again, Sauvignon Blanc)

1 c Campari or Aperol

2 c sliced strawberries

4 orange slices, halved

2 c seltzer water

In a large pitcher, combine the wine, Campari and fruit and let infuse for 30 minutes, then add the seltzer. Serve over ice.

Rosé Sangria

2 (750-ml) bottles rosé wine
1/2 cup Spanish brandy
1/4 cup triple sec or orange liqueur, like Grand Marnier
Juice of 1 orange
1/2 cup superfine sugar
1/2 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1/2 orange, sliced into thin rounds, cut in half
1/2 lemon, sliced into thin rounds, cut in half
1/2 plum, pit removed, sliced into thin wedges
1/2 peach, pit removed, sliced into thin wedges
1 (10-oz) bottle club soda, chilled

Combine wine, brandy, orange liqueur, orange juice, and sugar in a large pitcher. Stir until sugar dissolves. Add fruit and stir. Cover and refrigerate until well chilled, about 2 hours (that's what the recipe says- really I just mix it and start pouring). Stir in club soda. Serve over ice if desired.