Mulled Wine
Warm, spiced, and wonderfully fragrant, Mulled Wine is a traditional winter beverage that's perfect for the holiday season. Made with red wine, a blend of mulling spices, and citrus, it's a cozy drink that's best enjoyed in good company.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Spoon for stirring
- Measuring cups
- Knife and cutting board for slicing the orange
- Strainer
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine 750 ml / 25.4 fl oz
- 1 orange, sliced approx. 110g / 3.8 oz
- 1/4 cup brandy 2 fl oz / 60 ml
- 8-10 whole cloves approx. 0.07 oz / 2g
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2-3 star anise
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar 60g / 2.1 oz
- Optional garnish: additional orange slices or cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Pour the red wine into a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Add the sliced orange, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and star anise.
- Stir in the honey or sugar until it dissolves.
- Gently heat the wine mixture over low heat. Make sure to avoid boiling to keep the alcohol from evaporating. Simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Add the brandy and heat for an additional minute.
- Strain the mulled wine to remove the spices and orange slices.
- Serve warm in mugs or heatproof glasses. Garnish with extra orange slices or cinnamon sticks if desired.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, replace the wine with a combination of grape juice and a splash of balsamic vinegar, and omit the brandy. Adjust the sweetness as needed.