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4. Independence Day watermelon sangria recipe

Yields 70 ounces

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle rosé wine
• 2 cups watermelon juice (puree the watermelon in a blender, then strain the juice)
• 1/4 cup agave nectar
• 1/2 cup orange liqueur
• 1/2 cup peach nectar
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 2 cups watermelon, rinds removed, cut into chunks
• 2 cups blackberries
• 2 cups peaches

Directions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the wine, watermelon juice, agave nectar, orange liqueur, peach nectar and lemon juice, and stir thoroughly.
2. Add in the fruit, and mix again.
3. Chill for 1 hour or overnight.
4. Serve over ice, and garnish with the remaining fruit.

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