Shelly's Recipe

TEXAS WHITE SANGRIA

Category: Beverages and Cocktails

1 1/3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
4 (3 inch) cinnamon sticks
1 cup fresh mint leaves, divided
1 (750 mil) bottle dry white wine
2 sliced lemons, oranges, and peeled peaches
2 cups club soda, chilled

Bring first 3 ingredients and 1/2 cup mint leaves to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. Cover and let stand 8 hours, if desired. Remove cinnamon sticks and mint leaves with a slotted spoon. Combine sugar mixture with remaining 1/2 cup mint leaves, wine, and next 3 ingredients in a large pitcher; chill overnight, if desired. Stir in club soda before serving. Serve over ice. Serves 10-12