Glittering Valentine's Sangria
This Glittering Valentine’s Sangria is a dazzling mix of red wine, orange liqueur, and sparkling soda, featuring heart-shaped fruit slices and a sprinkle of edible glitter. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, girls' nights, or any festive occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle 750ml red wine (medium-bodied, like Merlot or Garnacha)
- 1/4 cup orange liqueur Cointreau or Triple Sec
- 1 cup sparkling soda lemon-lime or club soda
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar optional
- 1 orange sliced into thin rounds
- 1 apple cored and cut into heart-shaped slices
- 1 cup strawberries sliced into heart shapes
- Edible glitter food-safe, for garnish
Instructions
- Slice the apple and strawberries into flat pieces (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Use a small heart-shaped cookie cutter to create heart-shaped pieces. Alternatively, carve them by hand.
- Slice the orange into thin rounds.
- In a large pitcher, pour the red wine and orange liqueur.
- If using sugar, dissolve it in 1 tablespoon of warm water, then stir it into the wine mixture.
- Gently place the prepared fruit slices into the pitcher, ensuring even distribution.
- Let the mixture chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to enhance the flavors. (If you’re short on time, 30 minutes will work.)
- Just before serving, add the sparkling soda to the pitcher. Stir gently to maintain the carbonation.
- Sprinkle a pinch of edible glitter over the sangria. Stir lightly to distribute it for a sparkling effect.
- Pour the sangria into glasses, ensuring each serving includes fruit slices.
- Garnish with a final sprinkle of glitter for a stunning presentation.