Blood Red Port Sangria

A Halloween twist on the classic sangria, this cocktail combines the richness of port with fresh fruit and a hint of spice.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of ruby port
• 1 cup brandy
• 1/4 cup orange liqueur
• 1/4 cup honey or simple syrup
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 lemon, sliced
• 1 apple, cored and sliced
• 1 cup pomegranate seeds
• 1-2 cups soda water or ginger ale (to taste)
• Ice

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the port, brandy, orange liqueur, and honey or simple syrup
2. Add the sliced fruit and pomegranate seeds
3. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours
4. Just before serving, top with soda water or ginger ale and stir gently
5. Serve over ice in spooky glasses or goblets