Strawberry Basil Sangria

Yield: 1 pitcher

Ingredients:

• 1/2 pound fresh strawberries
• 1 apple
• 1 ounce fresh whole basil leaves
• 1 bottle Cline Cellar Cool Climate Chardonnay
• 1/2 cup organic sugar
• 1 cup club soda
• 1 cup white grape juice

Directions:

1. Trim and thinly slice the strawberries.
2. Slice and dice the apple into very small bits.
3. Score the basil leaves with a fork. I did this instead of cutting the leaves into strips as I did not want my guests choking on basil while trying to enjoy this drink. Just rub the basil leaves gently with a fork in order to release their flavor in the sangria.
4. Layer the fruit, sugar and basil in a large pitcher and let sit for about 10 minutes. This is just to let the sugar absorb the juices from the basil and the fruit. You'll see it turn a bit red.
5. Add the club soda first and then the remaining liquids. Stir well and serve.

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