Wine is wonderful treat on its own but there are simple wine recipes that create a brand new experience for your taste buds.The recipes allow for the wine flavor to keep its presence while adding a special twist of deliciousness.Wine cocktails are also a great way to start exploring wine if you are a wine novice. Try creating some of these wine cocktail ideas or adding a twist of your own.

Spritzers make for a light cocktail for warm evenings. Spritzers can be simple with two ingredients or you jazz it up by adding fresh fruit that compliments the flavors of your wine. Traditionally created with white wines, spritzers are a 50/50 mixture of club soda and wine. A nice twist can be added by using a splash of apple cider to give it a holiday flair. Spritzers will bring in a slightly sweeter flavor and can be a transition for those who are just beginning to explore the world of wine.

Keep your white chilled by adding frozen fruits.White wines are typically serve right around 55 degrees F and champagne about 45 degrees for ultimate enjoyment.  By adding frozen fruit, you keep the wine cool with out watering down the wine. An extra bonus is you add light fruity flavors that will compliment the wine. You can experiment with a variety of sweet and fruity white wines which would be ideal for adding frozen fruit to keep the wine cool even when standing near the cozy fireplace. If you prefer a drier white wine,Sauvignon Blanc typically has light flavors with a hint of fruit. Try infusing the wine with fresh pears, apples, or strawberries or even frozen cranberries and orange peel to give it a holiday zing.

Sangria is another great wine cocktail that is served over ice, perfect for summer afternoons or parties. A simple wine cocktail recipe, Sangria is created with fresh fruit, a little sugar, a red wine, bit of brandy and usually some type of soda. To extract the most flavor and  juice from your fruit, cut or slice them a few hours before serving, toss with sugar and then add the proper amount of brandy to the mixture. Allow the fruit to sit in the fridge for at least an hour before adding your red wine. After all has been combined, mix your wine and fruit with a soda and serve over ice for an instant party-pleaser. Search "sangria recipes" for measurements and ingredients.

And don't forget to serve your delightful holiday treats in one of Wine Christmas's unique Holiday Glasses!