Tequila. With A Twist.

I found the following recipe in one of my fave e-newsletters, The Spir.it, today and cannot wait to try it. I plan to do so this holiday weekend -- and think you should, too!

This cocktail combines two of my favorites: a Tequila Sunrise and Sangria. All signs point to a drink that's refreshing, with a hint of sweetness from the Prosecco and the raspberries. However, the ginger ale -- and of course, the tequila -- should provide enough balance to keep it from becoming overwhelmingly sweet.


1800 Tequila Sunrise Sangria

Ingredients

1 Orange

1 Lime

1 full bottle of Prosecco

1 cup Tequila

2 cups Ginger ale

1/2 pint Raspberries

Prep

Slice half the oranges and limes into circles, then slice in half to form half moons. Squeeze the other halves of both fruits into a large pitcher filled with ice. Add the Prosecco, ginger ale, and tequila. Stir, adding whole raspberries and remaining orange and lemon pieces.

Salud! For more great summer tequila recipes, visit http://www.thespir.it/articles/beyond-the-shot-glass/

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