New Zealand Kiwi Sangria

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by Kim Haasarud
from 101 Sangrias and Pitcher Drinks
(John Wiley & Sons, 2008)
Serves about 6

Made from New Zealand sauvignon blanc and kiwis! Simple syrup is an ingredient used often in Sangria recipes. It is a mixture of sugar to water in equal parts. Make some in advance; it can be stored in a covered container in your refrigerator for weeks.—Kim Haasarud

convert Ingredients
For the simple syrup
1 cup sugar
1 cup hot water

For the sangria
1 bottle New Zealand sauvignon blanc
1/4 cup Midori melon liqueur
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup simple syrup
6 kiwis, peeled and sliced (use both the green and gold, for variation in flavor and color)
1 cup pineapple chunks
Soda water or 7-Up, if desired

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Directions
Make the simple syrup
1. In a small bowl, glass, or empty, clean wine bottle, combine the sugar with the hot water and stir, or shake bottle, until completely dissolved. Let cool completely before using.

Make the sangria
1. Combine all of the ingredients except the soda or 7-Up in a large ceramic or glass container and stir well.

2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.

3. Serve over ice and top with soda or 7-Up, if desired

Recipe © 2008 Kim Haasarud. All rights reserved.