Sparkling Shiraz Sangria  
     
  Ingredients:  
  2 oranges
2 lemons
1/2 cup (100g) caster sugar
1/2 cup (125ml) water
2 cinnamon sticks
1/2 cup (125ml) brandy
1 1/2 cups (375ml) orange juice
1/3 cup (80ml) lemon juice
1 x 750ml btl sparkling shiraz, chilled
2 cups (500ml) soda water, chilled
 
     
  Preparation:  
 

Use a zester to remove rind from 1 of the oranges and 1 of the lemons. (Alternatively, use a vegetable peeler to peel rind. Use a small, sharp knife to remove white pith. Cut rind into very thin strips). Juice the orange and lemon and reserve the juice.

Add enough orange and lemon juice so you have 1 1/2 cups and 1/3 cup respectively. Thinly slice remaining orange and lemon and set aside. Combine rind, sugar, water and cinnamon in a saucepan over low heat. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until sugar dissolves. Transfer to a jug and place in the fridge to chill.


Combine chilled syrup, brandy, juices and reserved sliced orange and lemon in a large jug or serving bowl. Add wine and soda water and serve immediately.