Thai Basil Sangria
Tara Dobson
The Spanish drink sangria draws its name from the blood-red color of its traditional red wine base. This stripped-down version gets its rich golden hue—and zingy flavors—from white wine, fresh-squeezed orange juice and a kick of brandy.
ingredients
- 1/4 cup fine sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 8 Thai basil sprigs
- Zest of 1 lemon, peeled in 3-inch strips
- Zest of 1 orange, peeled in 3-inch strips
- 2 bottles chilled Pinot Grigio
- 3/4 cup brandy
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice, strained
- Ice
- Chilled club soda
- 12 thin orange slices, for garnish
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