Spiced Mulled Wine is a warm, traditional holiday drink, perfect for cozy winter evenings, festive gatherings, and Christmas celebrations.
These festive Drinks are great to serve at your holiday party, where traditional classics like Eggnog and this mulled spiced wine are always a hit.
Why You’ll Love Spiced Mulled Wine?
- Warm, aromatic, and full of holiday flavor, infused with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and fresh oranges.
- Easy to prepare in one saucepan, with just 10 minutes of gentle simmering.
Sabrina’s Spiced Mulled Wine Recipe
Cozy, comforting Spiced Mulled Wine is perfect for chilly winter nights, and is an easy way to impress guests at holiday gatherings. With its blend of warm spices, sweet honey, and fruity flavors, it’s ideal to enjoy with Gingerbread Cookies and Pumpkin Pie. This hot drink is boozy enough to get the party feeling festive, plus it will keep everyone warm as the night grows colder. For more helpful tips and answers to common questions, check out the FAQs section below.
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Ingredients
- 750 milliliters red wine , (Cabernet would be great)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 oranges , cut into slices
- 5 whole cloves
- 3 star anise
- 1/4 cup orange juice , strained
Instructions
- Combine the wine, honey, brandy, cinnamon sticks, half the sliced oranges, cloves and star anise in a large saucepan over medium-low heat, and bring to a simmer.
- Note: you do not want this mixture to boil.
- Simmer very gently over low heat for 10 minutes.
- Add remaining orange slices and orange juice to the pot, stir and serve.
- Best served with additional orange slice or curled orange zest and cinnamon stick for a festive look.
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Chef’s Note
Keep the heat at medium-low to low, and avoid letting the wine come to a full boil. Gentle heating and simmering allows the spices and orange slices to infuse the wine without evaporating too much of the alcohol.
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Can this be made ahead of time?
Yes, this is a convenient option for holiday gatherings, where you can simply reheat and serve. Reheat on the stove top, or throw it in the slow cooker while you prepare all your other party dishes.
How to Store
- Store: Keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Also, let it cool completely before transferring to a sealed container.
- Store: To reheat, gently warm on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to let it boil.
- Freeze: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, and reheat slowly on low on the stove top.
Frequent Questions
A dry red wine with moderate to high tannins is best, as it will hold up well to the warm spices and sweetness of the added ingredients. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Red Zinfandel, or Syrah are all great options because they are dark and full bodied.
The term “mulled” comes from the Old English word “mull,” which means to heat, sweeten, and flavor a drink. Mulled wine is a spiced, warm wine that is heated and sweetened with honey or sugar and flavored with a variety of spices, making it a perfect example of a mulled drink.
Yes, add everything except half the oranges and the juice to the slow cooker, then cover and cook on low for 1.5-2 hours, making sure the beverage doesn’t boil. Right before serving, add the remaining slices and juice and keep on the warm setting to serve for parties.
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