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Mulled Wine Recipe

A delicious and addictive Mulled Wine Recipe that is easy to make! We love sipping on this warm, spiced wine all winter long!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Cocktails
Cuisine: german
Servings: 4
Calories: 142kcal
Author: Teri & Jenny

Ingredients

  • 1 (750ml) bottle red wine (such as cabernet sauvignon)
  • 1/3 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
  • 2 oranges, halved plus more slices for garnish
  • 4 whole cardamom pods
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 cinnamon sticks plus more for garnish
  • 2 whole star anise plus more for garnish

Instructions

  • Place all ingredients into a pot.
  • Place over medium-high heat and bring to a boil, stirring until the honey and sugar dissolves.Once mixture has come to a boil, immediately lower heat to medium-low and simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Remove mixture from heat and strain.
  • Ladle into heat resistant cups or mugs.
  • Garnish each with a slice of orange, cinnamon stick and star anise. Serve.

Notes

Variations for Our Mulled Wine Recipe
  • Replace the traditional cinnamon stick with Saigon cinnamon sticks for a subtle "red hot" and slightly sweet cinnamon flavor.
  • Swap the fresh orange halves for a big splash of apple juice and a few apple slices.
  • Use bourbon instead of brandy for a slightly smoky flavor.
  • Add some fresh rosemary sprigs to the mixture for a piney, earthy fragrance.
Make Ahead and Reheating Instructions
Our mulled wine recipe can be made up to 2 days ahead of time. Once it is made, cool completely and strain. Store the mulled wine in an airtight bottle in the refrigerator.
When ready to use, pour wine into a pot and simmer until just heated through.
Our mulled wine can also be made the same day as serving, and kept in the pot covered for up to 4 hours. When ready to use, uncover, simmer until just heated through.

Nutrition

Calories: 142kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 142mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 124IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 1mg