Easy Sangria

Ingredients

• 1 (1 1/2 liter) bottle dry red wine, divided
• 2 tablespoons brandy
• 2 tablespoons triple sec (orange-flavored liqueur)
• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2/3 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 5 whole cloves
• 3 whole allspice
• 1 (3 inch)  cinnamon sticks
• 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
• 8 orange wedges
• 5 lemon slices
• 5 lime slices

Directions

1. 1

   In a 2 quart glass measure, add 1/2 cup wine, brandy, Triple Sec, and sugar. Place in microwave and heat on high for 1 minute or until mixture is warm. Stir, dissolving sugar, and add remaining wine, juices, cloves, allspice, and cinnamon.

2. 2

   Chill for at least 2 hours and strain into a pitcher discarding spices. Stir in sparkling water and remaining ingredients, serve immediately.