The 4th of July holiday for peach growers in California is a time for celebration and hard work. Extra family members visiting expecting to BBQ and set off fireworks might be put to work if there not careful! Growers and packers are working overtime to make sure that all the ripe peaches are picked, packed and ready to ship to eager markets.
For the rest of us who don’t have to work try out this California Peach Sangria recipe!
California Peach Sangria
Makes 6 Servings Prep Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 (750 ml.) bottle dry white wine (such as Sauvignon Blanc), chilled
1 cup Summerwhite ® peach puree (about 2 medium peaches)
1/2 cup peach brandy
2 tablespoon sugar
1 peach, pitted and thinly sliced
4 lime slices
To garnish: mint sprigs
Directions
Stir together the wine, peach puree and brandy in a large pitcher. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add fruit slices, pressing against the side of the pitcher with a large spoon to release some of the juices. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours. Serve in tall glasses over ice, garnished with mint sprigs.
