Description
A warm, spiced wine perfect for cold weather.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle (750ml) dry red wine
- 1/2 cup brandy or cognac (optional)
- 1/4 cup sugar, or to taste
- 1 orange, sliced
- 6 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 star anise
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom pods, lightly crushed
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Instructions
- Combine red wine, brandy (if using), sugar, orange slices, cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom, and ginger in a large pot.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it is hot but not boiling. Stir occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Reduce heat to low and let it simmer gently for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Do not boil.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Strain the mulled wine to remove the spices and orange slices.
- Serve hot in mugs, garnished with fresh orange slices or cinnamon sticks if desired.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, substitute red grape juice for the wine and omit the brandy.
- You can add raisins or almonds to the serving mugs for extra texture.
- Adjust spices to your preference.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: European