Winter Fruit Sangria

Ingredients

• 6 calmyrna dried figs, sliced (light, dried)
• 6 dried apricots, cut into slivers (dried)
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 750 ml rioja wine or merlot
• 10 ounces club soda

Directions

1. 1

   In a saucepan stir together the dried fruits, brandy, and honey.

2. 2

   Cook over medium-low heat until simmering.

3. 3

   Remove from heat; cool slightly. Add wine; stir.

4. 4

   Refrigerate up to 24 hours.

5. 5

   To serve, strain sangria into a pitcher.

6. 6

   Add ice cubes and club soda; stir gently.

7. 7

   Serve and enjoy!