Texas White Sangria

Texas White Sangria (Make Ahead)

1 1/3 cups water 1/2 cup sugar 4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each) 1 cup fresh mint leaves, divided 1 bottle dry white wine (750 ml) 2 lemons, sliced 2 oranges, sliced 2 peaches, peeled and sliced 2 cups club soda, chilled

Bring first 3 ingredients and 1/2 cup mint leaves to a boil in a pan over medium heat. Reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes. Remove from heat and cool. Cover and let stand 8 hours, if desired. Remove cinnamon sticks and mint leaves with a slotted spoon. combine sugar mixture, remaining 1/2 cup mint leaves, wine and next 3 ingredients in a large pitcher; chill overnight, if desired. Stir in club soda just before serving. Serve over ice. Makes 7 1/2 cups Source: Southern Living

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