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I’m … dreaming … of a wine Christmas! Wait, that’s not right, is it? Oh, well. I like it better this way! If you’re looking to ramp up the cozy factor of that glass of wine this Christmas, try this delicious Mulled Wine recipe. It’s perfect for a chilly winter evening.
Mulled Wine
Ingredients
- 1 (750 mL) bottle red wine
- ¼ cup brandy or orange liqueur, (can also use orange juice for a less potent drink)
- 1 orange, , sliced
- 8 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 2 star anise
- 2-4 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, , depending on taste
Optional garnishes:
- Orange slices
- Cinnamon sticks
- Star anise
- Rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Combine the wine, brandy, orange slices, cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and 2 tablespoons sweetener in a medium saucepan and cook just until it barely reaches a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and gently warm for at least 15 minutes or up to an hour.
- Strain the wine through a fine mesh strainer. Taste and add more sweetener, if desired. Serve warm with garnishes of choice.
Notes
**Disclaimer: Always check with alcohol manufacturers first to find out if there is any gluten used in processing.**
Nutrition
Calories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 8mgPotassium: 264mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 68IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 42mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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