Summer, for us, is spritzer season. We have no problem sipping a single cocktail on a cozy, cold winter night, but when it’s hot out, ... Garten says you can use blood oranges.

Texas chef Dean Fearing's blood orange margarita recipe yields a whole pitcher of the brightly flavored cocktail, highlighting the fruit's sweet-tart characteristics and gorgeous red blush.

Try this blood orange version, and use this tip to help you prep it in advance for brunch guests. IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser.

1 part Solerno. 2 parts blood orange puree or juice. 3 parts Prosecco or other dry, sparkling wine. Shake the Solerno and blood orange in a cocktail shaker with ice.