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Stainless seteel pot to the left: filled with sliced fruit floating in red wine along with a cinnaomon stick. Setting on a table with oranges, cloves and cinnamon sticks.

Mulled Wine

Anne Kjellgren @ Food Wine and Flavor
Holiday favorite of wine, fruit and spices warmed to perfection like a Dicken's Novel
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Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Large Kitchen Knife To cut Citrus slices
  • Small Strainer Sized to fit over a mug
  • Large Glass Measuring Cup Optional

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bottle Red Wine Use leftover or inexpensive red wine. A fruity variety like Merlot, Zinfandel, or Grenache works best
  • 1 Sliced Orange Cut into Slices
  • 1 Sliced Lemon Optional
  • Cinnamon sticks
  • Whole Cloves
  • Star Anise
  • Sweetener: Honey, sugar, or maple syrup to taste
  • Splash Bourbon or brandy, to taste Optional

Instructions
 

  • Pour the wine into a pot and add spices, citrus slices, and sweetener. Heat gently—never boil—to allow the flavors to mingle. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Strain, pour, and garnish with an orange slice, cinnamon stick, or star anise for that Instagram-ready finish.

Notes

My readers have advised me that they enjoy white wine at Christmas Markets in their areas, most notably the St. Paul Christmas Market in St. Paul, Minnesota. I'll be trying that at home this Christmas and report back!

Nutrition

Serving: 4g
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