Brrr! It’s awfully chilly in the Northeast corner of the United States today! Well, I say that relatively because it’s positively normal for it to be this temperature in March. I suppose we’re just a little spoiled because of the astonishingly beautiful weather we’ve been enjoying as of late. It put me in the mood for summer and barbeques and outdoor parties.
In a word, it made me want to mix up a nice batch of sangria and relax on the balcony. This is a great way to spend an evening with friends and loved ones. It’s also a great way to throw a party! The best home gift for a sangria party is a Sangria set!
This great set from Classic Hostess, a great site for home gifts, contains a pitcher for mixing and serving and four glasses. So grab some friends, mix up a batch and have a ball in the evening air. Well, as long as it’s sunny and warm!
Here’s my favorite recipe for sangria:
Mango-Peach Sangria:
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1 cup Grand Marnier
- 1 bottle Viognier
- 1 mango, chopped
- 2 peaches, cut into thin wedges
- 1/4 cup mint
Preparation:
In a saucepan, cook the sugar and water until the sugar dissolves; transfer to a pitcher and refrigerate until cold. Stir in the Grand Marnier, Viognier, mango, peaches and mint and serve over ice.
Serves: 2-3
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