Fall. Crisp, cool, and still a good time for a refreshing beverage. I tried Turning Leaf Refresh wines over the summer and they were quite good. I don’t typically enjoy sparkling (or sweet) wines but these were a nice surprise.
I was pleasantly surprised by the Crisp White blend. It was not too sweet, and served over ice it was perfect on a hot day with some cheese, crackers and fresh summer fruits. It went down verrrry easy. Yum! (And so refreshing!)
The Red Moscato was good, but too sweet for me, personally. However, the moment I took a sip I knew it would make a fantastic sangria!
One of the things about sangria is that you usually need to add a lot of sugar and ginger ale or club soda to it. The Turning Leaf Refresh Red Moscato is already sweet and sparkling, so you don’t need to add much.
I decided to make a Spooky Sangria that I can serve at our upcoming Halloween Party.
You will need:
- 2 750ml bottles of Turning Leaf Refresh Red Moscato wine
- 1 cup of club soda or ginger ale
- 1/2 cup of brandy
- 1 orange and 1 lemon, cut into wedges
- 1 lime, cut into slices
- maraschino cherries, some cut in half
Combine the wine, orange, lemon and brandy. Let it sit for 30 minutes or so to let the flavors combine. While the flavors marry, make little cuts in the center of the lime slices and cut some of the cherries in half. Gently push the cherry half into the center of the lime slice.
Just before serving add the ginger ale or club soda, the lime & cherry “eyeballs” and some ice. Serve it up, add sugar to taste and enjoy!
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Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Mom It Forward and Turning Leaf Refresh wines.
I was provided with wines to review and compensation. All opinions are 100% my own.
I DO love a good Sangria..but have not found the perfect mix!!
Can't wait to try them! Thanks again1
Do I love sangria? Its like asking if I love oxygen. This is such a yummy looking recipe!
How fun! I think that the sangria is a perfect spooky drink!
I do like sangria but have never tried making it myself. This looks good and sounds easy. I'll have to try it. Thanks.
My husband has a secret sangria recipe he doesn't share with anyone including me!
I love sangria! I've never attempted to make it myself though. Thanks for sharing!
-Erin @ DIY on the Cheap
I love Sangria but I rarely make it!
Yum I love sangria and love your spooky version!
The Sangria is a great idea! Mmmm. Sounds good right now.
I like Super Fruity Sangria
I could use a glass right about now!! The sangria looks delish!
I've actually never had sangria but a tone of my friends swear by it!
I have never tried sangria and have no favorite recipe
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I love Sangria!
Paula@SweetPea
YUM! looks delicious 🙂
Debbie
I love sangria. My favorite one has oranges, apples and berries in it
Yes, I do like Sangria. In the summer we like to put peaches, lemons and limes in it.
I've actually never tried Sangria, but it sure sounds good.
I have never had sangria but your recipe makes me want to try one!!
I love a good sangria. One of my coworkers makes a wonderful one, but won't tell us all the secret ingredients!
Not a huge sangria fan but may have to try this one–I love the refresh wnies!
Mmm, love sangria! Haven't found a great recipe, but it doesn't sto me from drinking it 😉
I have never tried Sangria but it sounds really good!
I love Sangria, but have never made it before