Rose Geranium + Pink Strawberry Sangria

I can't even describe how much I'm in love with rose geranium right now. I've been experimenting with it quite a bit and it makes the most incredible simple syrup. Drizzle it on ice cream, use it in cocktails, jams, frosting...it's so delicious. It's super tasty in this Rose Geranium and Pink Strawberry Sangria which is so easy to whip up and is absolutely the most refreshing summer drink.Oh and have you been lucky enough to discover these incredible pink strawberries (I believe they're called "rose strawberries")? I used to buy them at the Santa Monica and Hollywood Farmers' Markets when we lived in Hollywood and I was so happy to find them at my local grocery store recently. If you can get your hands on some, they are delightful in this recipe. If not, of course red strawberries will work perfectly.

Rose Geranium and Pink Strawberry Sangria

Makes about 6 cocktailsIngredients:1/2 cup Rose Geranium Simple Syrup (recipe below)1 bottle rosé wine, chilled1/2 cup fresh pink strawberries, halved1/2 cup fresh grapefruit, slicedDirections:In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the wine, simple syrup, strawberries, and grapefruit. Mix until completely combined. Chill in the refrigerator for up to 5 hours before serving. When ready to serve, add ice. Sprinkle with fresh, organic, edible rose petals for garnish and you can also use fresh strawberries as well. Enjoy!

Rose Geranium Simple Syrup

Makes 1/2 cupIngredients:1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup filtered water5 organic rose geranium leavesDirections:In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and rose geranium leaves. Allow to simmer until the sugar has just dissolved and the mixture has thickened into a syrup. Remove from heat and allow to cool before use, about 10-15 minutes. Discard rose geranium leaves. You can store this delectable syrup in the fridge for a week.Recipe and Photography by Cassie Winslow