As the bewitching season approaches, I'm eager to uplift your Halloween soirées with a libation that's both chic and eerie. Get ready for an exclusive Blackberry Sangria, a drink that's not only sumptuous to taste but also an aesthetic masterpiece, perfectly suited for the spookiest night of the year. Ingredients for Blackberry Simple Syrup: - 1 1/2 cups fresh or frozen blackberries - 1 cup granulated sugar - 1 cup water Ingredients for Sangria: - 2 (750ml) bottles of high-quality red wine, Cabernet in my case - 1 cup Chambord - 1 cup blackberry simple syrup - 1 cup fresh or frozen blackberries - 1 cup fresh figs - 2 blood oranges, sliced Execution for Blackberry Simple Syrup: 1. In a small saucepan, blend the blackberries, sugar, and water. Simmer over medium heat. 2. Mash the berries gently for about 10-15 minutes, ensuring the sugar is fully dissolved. 3. Strain the mixture to isolate the syrup and let it cool. Execution for Sangria: 1. Combine your red wine, brandy, Chambord, and blackberry syrup in your skull drink dispenser or an elegant pitcher. Stir until harmonized. 2. Add in the fruit, and slices of blood orange. Allow it to infuse for at least 2 hours; the patience pays off. 3. Serve adding fruit to the glasses, and ice if you like. Voilà - a Halloween Blackberry Sangria that's as captivating as it is tasteful. It's more than a drink; it's a full-bodied experience for the senses, designed for those who appreciate the finer details in life. Until our next dark and sparkling gathering, stay bewitchingly brilliant! 🎃 LTKHoliday LTKVideo LTKSeasonal