Easy Mulled Red Wine Recipe
There's nothing quite like a cozy, spiced cup of wine to warm you up after a chilly adventure—whether it's a classic sleigh ride, festive Christmas caroling, or a peaceful walk through the snow on a winter evening.
Ingredients
- 1 (750-ml) bottle dark red wine (such as Merlot or Zinfandel)
- 3 whole star anise pods
- 2 whole cloves
- 2 whole cinnamon sticks, broken, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 medium orange, sliced, plus more for garnish
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup bourbon or brandy
Instructions
- Heat wine in a medium saucepan over low heat just until steaming. Combine spices in a muslin bag, large tea ball, or coffee filter tied with baking twine to create a sachet.
- Add spice sachet, sugar, orange slices, and 1 cup water. Cook until flavors have melded, about 20 minutes. (Do not allow to boil.) Remove from heat and stir in bourbon. Serve in mugs garnished with orange slices and cinnamon sticks.
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