Are you entertaining a crowd this weekend? Here's a recipe that is not only delicious, it is inexpensive to serve for a large party. And it tastes as good as it looks! I had this as a cocktail at Ray's Boathouse in Seattle; a wonderful waterfront seafood restaurant. I've tweaked the original to make it for a crowd and included a some pomegranate and a little club soda.
STRAWBERRY PEAR SANGRIA
Serves 6-8
1 pint strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 teaspoon sugar
1 each lemon, lime, and orange, cut into thin slices
1 pear, sliced
2 cups Pear Vodka (Absolut or Grey Goose)
1 bottle White Wine (use something crisp)
1/2 cup Pomegranate juice (I often use Pama Liqueur instead if I have it)
Club Soda
Muddle the strawberry and the citrus fruit with the sugar in a large pitcher to release the juices. Add the remaining ingredients. You can serve this immediately but it's even better if it has a chance to sit for 4 hours or more. I like to chill it for at least 2 hours before serving but you can serve it over ice. Top with club soda to taste at serving.