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Ingredients ~

3 to 4 fresh figs, sliced (or 1 cup dried figs)
1 to 2 fresh gala apples, sliced
2 to 3 clementines, sliced (not peeled)
1 lemon, sliced
2 bottles VOGA Italia Merlot
3 cups sparkling apple cider
1 cup orange juice
1/2 cup brandy
1/2 cup dark spiced rum
4 cinnamon sticks
5 whole cloves

Directions ~

Slice apples and insert whole cloves directly into the fruit. Combine all fruit slices in a glass pitcher and slowly pour in brandy and wine. Cover and chill for at least 2 and up to 24 hours (the longer, the better!). Before serving, add sparkling cider and orange juice. Stir gently and serve over ice.

Makes 15 servings

Recipe courtesy VOGA Italia