Cocktail of the Week: Summer Sangria

Have you noticed? It's HOT! So hot that I break a sweat shaking a cocktail...

Here's the solution. Make a big pitcher of this delicious stuff to work on all week. It's tart and sweet and refreshing.

Summer Sangria
Adapted from a Food Network recipe.
Makes 12-16 servings.

1 orange, sliced
1 lime, sliced
1 apple, cored and sliced
1 bottle red wine (This is not the place for a big Cab. Try a fruity Pinot Noir.)
2 cups white rum
1/2 cup orange liqueur, like Cointreau
1 1/2 cups orange juice
3/4 cup pomegranate juice
1/4 cup simple syrup
Club soda

Place the orange, lime and apple in a large pitcher. Cover with all remaining ingredients, reserving the club soda.

Chill in the refrigerator for several hours. Serve in ice-filled goblets. Top with club soda.