Carrabba’s Blackberry Sangria is a dream in a glass. It’s a dazzling fusion of succulent and tangy blackberries, blended with the richness and nuance of a superb red wine.
Begin by giving your blackberries a gentle wash, ensuring they are clean and ready to release their luscious juices. Once rinsed, place these jewels of nature into the welcoming embrace of your pitcher.
Now, take hold of your trusty muddler, a simple tool that holds the power to unlock the hidden depths of the blackberries. With a gentle touch, press down and lightly mash the berries, allowing their juices to flow forth and infuse the sangria with their captivating essence.
Moving on to the wine selection, seek out a red wine that boasts rich, fruity undertones. Allow your senses to guide you towards a Merlot or a Cabernet Sauvignon, two magnificent companions that harmonize beautifully with the blackberries.
Reach for the blackberry brandy, peach schnapps, cranberry juice, and orange juice, each a secret ingredient that adds its own unique charm to the sangria.
Tenderly place your pitcher of ambrosial goodness in the cool sanctuary of the refrigerator. Allow it to rest and mingle for at least 4 hours.
As you prepare to serve, fill your glasses with ice, for it is in the chill of the ice that the sangria finds its refreshing embrace.
Consider garnishing your glasses with fresh blackberries and slices of citrus.