Main Line Wine

Submitted by Beamer42 on August 10, 2012 - 9:55am
Main Line Wine

Summary

Yield
Prep Time20 minutes
CategoryDrinks
CuisineAmerican

Description

Somewhere between Sangría and Planter’s Punch, the flavor of this refreshing cocktail pops thanks to Yellow Chartreuse and Grand Marnier. It’s a guaranteed way to keep your guests cool at your next barbecue.

Ingredients

  • 1 (750-milliliter) bottle Cabernet Sauvignon, chilled
  • 16 oz chilled rum
  • 12 oz fresh squeezed lemon juice chilled - about 8 lemons
  • 12 oz simple syrup - see notes
  • 3 oz Yellow Chartreuse
  • 1 oz Grand Marnier
  • 6 dash orange bitters
  • 6 thinly sliced orange wheels

Instructions

Place all of the ingredients in a punch bowl and stir to combine.

Add a large block of ice and serve in highball glasses filled with ice.

Garnish with a slice of orange.

Notes

1 cup cold water
1 cup granulated sugar


INSTRUCTIONS
Place water and sugar in a container with a tightfitting lid.

Shake vigorously for 3 minutes.

Let rest for about 1 minute.

Shake again for 30 seconds.

Store, sealed, in the refrigerator.

Alternatively, you can heat the water and sugar in a small saucepan, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.

Cool completely and store, sealed, in the refrigerator.

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