Having just retired at the end of the school year, I felt it appropriate to relate my first recipe to the relaxing days ahead. I came up with my drink of choice for the summer, and named it Barb's Endless Summer Sangria. I found a great recipe, added a few special touches and my sangria has been a hit all over town and beyond! I have connections so I had IdentaMeLabels.com custom design my bottle labels!

Friends from work refer to it as "happy juice." My former boss' 73 year old mom, who rarely partakes, had 2 glasses, and would have had more if her daughter had been willing to share.

All in all, it's yummy, it's refreshing, and it's pretty easy to make at a moments notice! The sangria can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator. I try to keep fresh lemons, limes, and oranges on hand so I am always ready for unexpected guests. For more great ideas, check out our Recipe For Check-Mix!

Here's to the times where every night is Friday night and every day is Saturday! Cheers!