This time, I'm sharing a different kind of dessert—sangria you can eat with a spoon! Plus, it's a great way to use up pears from my pear tree.

After I made red wine sangria to drink along with my favorite blue cheese, I altered the fruits and made it with white wine.If you have room left in the pitcher, I recommend adding more oranges. Recipe by m_crystal

Sangria is a very refreshing drink for summer—served nice and cold, it's perfect for any meal or celebration. This is my first time making it at home, and I hope my family enjoys it. Cheers to summer!

Sangria is a very refreshing drink to enjoy with any meal during the summer.

A great way to use up leftover summer fruit like peaches, nectarines, or melon—and to liven up a meal! The most fun part is tasting and adding whatever you like. Serve very cold.

A very refreshing sangria, perfect as an appetizer before a summer meal.

A few notes:For this recipe, you can use the white wine of your choice. It has some great flavors added, so I generally go for the cheapest bottle I can find.You can use white grape juice or apple juice in place of the sparkling cider, but it's always nice to have a bit of fizz.Any variety of apple will do, but gala apples, or even pears, go very well in this recipe.Smash the grapes over the pitcher with your fingers so any juices will be added to the sangria.I use two of ounces brandy for a lighter version, but you can double the amount for something stronger. Try adding an ounce at a time until desired strength is reached. If you don't have brandy on hand, rum is equally as good.

The most delicious drink you can offer your guests, perfect for any time of year. It's ideal for small gatherings at home when you want something easy yet tasty to serve, like this beverage.