Sparkling Citrus Sangria

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Ingredients:

1 bottle (750 ml) dry white wine
1 cup (8 fl. oz./250 ml) fresh orange juice
Juice of 2 lemons
3 fl. oz. (80 ml) Cointreau
2 fl. oz. (60 ml) simple syrup
1 cup (8 fl. oz./250 ml) sparkling water
Lemon and orange slices for garnish
Ice cubes
Fresh mint or basil leaves for garnish (optional)

Directions:

In a large pitcher, combine the wine, orange and lemon juices, Cointreau and simple syrup and stir until blended. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.

Just before serving, add the sparkling water and lemon and orange slices. Place ice cubes in each glass. Pour in the sangria, garnish with mint leaves and serve. Serves 6.