Melon Ball Sangria

(Wine Drink with Melons)

Makes 4-6 glasses

1 bottle of red wine, like Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon or Pinot Noir

1/4 cup simple syrup

1/2 cup brandy

1/4 cup Limoncello or lemon juice

1/4 cup cups orange liqueur, such as Cointreau or Triple Sec

1 cantaloupe, halved and seeds removed

1 lemon, zested

Combine the red wine with simple syrup, brandy and the liqueur in a glass pitcher.

Using a melon baller, scoop out balls of cantaloupe and add to the wine mixture. (If you don’t have a melon baller, just cut the melon into 1 inch cubes)

Add the lemon zest to the wine mixture and stir gently. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or upto 3 days. Divide between wine glasses and serve chilled.

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