POM Peach Passion and Basil Sangria

Basil Simple Syrup:

• ½ cup light agave syrup
• ½ cup water
• ½ cup fresh basil leaves, packed

Sangria:

• 1 bottle dry white wine (such as Pinot Grigio, Chenin Blanc)
• ½ cup orange liqueur (such as Grand Marnier)
• 1 cup POM Wonderful Pomegranate Peach Passion White Tea
• ‍2 ounces basil simple syrup*
• 3 ripe peaches, pitted and sliced
• 2 Wonderful Halos Mandarins, sliced into wheels
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• ½ cup POM Wonderful Pomegranate Arils
• ‍1 cup fresh basil leaves, packed
• Ice cubes
• Soda water (optional)

1. For the basil simple syrup: In a small saucepan, combine the agave, water and basil leaves. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Remove from the heat and allow mixture to steep for 15 to 20 minutes as it cools.
2. Strain the simple syrup into a bowl set over a bowl of ice and water. Stir until cooled.
3. For the sangria: In a large pitcher, combine the white wine, orange liqueur, POM Wonderful Pomegranate Peach Passion White Tea, basil simple syrup, peaches, mandarins, raspberries and POM Wonderful Pomegranate Arils.‍
4. Add fresh basil leaves and serve in glasses filled with ice. Top with soda water, if desired.

Tip: Sangria with fruit can be chilled in the refrigerator up to 24 hours. Also, make sure the wine and POM Wonderful Pomegranate Peach Passion White Tea are chilled and cold before making.