Getting festive - pink sangria

1Mix together all the sangria ingredients and steep for one hour before serving.

2Use a lemon wedge to moisten glass rims, and then dip the rims in sugar.

3Place a few frozen cranberries in each glass and pour in the sangria.

4: To add flavour and colour to your sangria, use frozen fruits like cranberries, blueberries, or raspberries in place of ice cubes.

5Add a splash of sparkling water or lemon soda just before serving.

6If you wish to explore other flavour profiles, substitute the rum with Cointreau or Grand Marnier. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the rosé and rum with sparkling pink grape juice and cranberry juice.

7This cocktail, Getting Festive – Pink Sangria, is a sparkling celebration of flavours and colours, designed to brighten any special occasion. Skillfully mixing fresh and fruity rosé wine with the sweetness of rum, this drink creates a harmonious, refreshing alcoholic base. Cranberry juice adds a touch of acidity and a magnificent pink hue, while honey provides a natural sweetness that balances the mixture. Fresh strawberries wedges infuse the sangria with a summery flavour and visual charm, while cinnamon sticks and star anise lend subtle spicy and aromatic notes. Served with a garnish of sugar-frosted lemon and frozen cranberries, this pink sangria is not only a delight for the taste buds but also a feast for the eyes.