101 Sangrias and Pitcher Drinks

"Welcome to the wonderful world of sangrias and punches, names that conjure up good times with great friends. Go get some wine, hit the local produce market, grab a few spirits and ice, and have at it. Enjoy!"
—From 101 Sangrias & Pitcher Drinks

Perfect for casual entertaining, fruity sangrias and punches are cool, refreshing, and just plain fun to drink. They're creative, informal, and best of all they're simple to make, since you can mix a party's worth in a pitcher and don't have to worry about getting the proportions exactly right.

In this beautiful little book, Kim Haasarud, the Liquid Chef, gives you 101 different ways to get the party rolling with sangria or punch. You'll find recipes for classics such as Spanish Sangria, Singapore Sling, and Spiced Winter Cider, to name just a few. But you'll also discover lots of delicious contemporary libations that are guaranteed party pleasers, such as White Peach Sangria and Watermelon Yuzu Punch. And for special occasions, try one of Kim's themed drinks, like a Superbowl Sangria for the big game or a Pink Petal Punch "bridal bowl" for a wedding shower.

So invite some friends, slice some fruit, and pull out a pitcher. With the sensational choices for sangrias and punches in this book, party-perfect drinks are easier than ever.

KIM HAASARUD is the founder of Liquid Architecture (www.liquid-architecture.com), a beverage consulting firm that creates specialty cocktails for clients such as the Four Seasons, Omni Hotels, and TGI Fridays. She conceives her signature cocktails much as an Alice Waters or a Wolfgang Puck would create a specialty dish, taking inspiration from market-fresh, high-quality ingredients. Kim's liquid cuisine has stirred up a huge following, and her cocktails have appeared in publications ranging from the Wall Street Journal to the Wine Enthusiast to Cosmopolitan. She is also the author of 101 Martinis and 101 Margaritas.

ALEXANDRA GRABLEWSKI is a well-known food and beverage photographer whose work has appeared in Gourmet, Martha Stewart Living, Real Simple, Better Homes and Gardens, and Wine Spectator as well as in many cookbooks.