Sparkling Sangria

As a kid, I never understood why anyone liked sparkling water. Why choose water when pop was a possibility? I suppose I’m officially old, because I’m a convert to the bubbly fruit beverage. I always keep 2 or 3 varieties in the fridge these days, for hydration and to add to cocktails. Like many millenials, I’m currently crazy for LaCroix, but when a friend tipped me off to Kroger’s line of seltzer water, I’ve been frequently purchasing those as well. The only thing that can improve sparkling water though, is adding it to summery sangria. Wine + sparkling water + citrus is destined for greatness. I’ve tried using both LaCroix Cherry Lime and Kroger Blackberry Citrus versions, but any flavor would be tasty. Get to sipping with the recipe below!

Sparkling Sangria

Yield: 6 cocktails

Ingredients

1 bottle of your favorite wine (I prefer red)
1/4 c. lime juice
1/4 c. orange juice
1/4 c. sugar
1 grapefruit, sliced
1 lime, sliced
1 orange, sliced
1 apple, sliced
2 cans of your favorite sparkling water

In a large pitcher, pour in the wine and juices, stirring the liquids together. Add in the sugar and fruit; stir again to dissolve sugar. Place the pitcher in the fridge to allow fruit to flavor the wine. Let the mixture sit for at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight. When ready to serve, divide the sangria mix between 6 wine glasses. Make sure to place soaked fruit in each glass. Top each glass off with 3 oz. of sparkling water for fizz, serve and enjoy!

PS: I love a good LaCroix debate. Let’s settle this – what is the best fruit flavor? Please don’t say the cucumber one.

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Caroline

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