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Mulled wine spices

Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword hot wine with brandy, mulled wine, mulling spices, spiced red wine
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 5 servings
Red wine and brandy simmered with orange, lemon and whole spices, then chilled overnight and reheated. Serve it warm for cold evenings and gatherings.

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle (750 ml) fruity red wine
  • 1 cup brandy
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 medium orange sliced
  • 1 medium lemon sliced
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon aniseed
  • 1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
  • 3 whole cloves
  • Optional garnishes: orange slices, star anise, and additional cinnamon sticks

Directions

  • Put the wine, brandy, sugar, nutmeg, orange slices and lemon slices in a large saucepan. Wrap the cinnamon sticks, allspice, aniseed, peppercorns and cloves in two layers of cheesecloth, tie it with string, and add it to the pan.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring now and then. Turn down the heat, cover, and simmer gently for 20 minutes. Pour into a covered container, let it cool a bit, and refrigerate covered overnight.
  • Strain into a large saucepan and discard the fruit and spice bundle. Warm it again and serve hot, with a garnish if you like.

Notes

Refrigerator: covered, up to three days; reheat over low heat or on low in a slow cooker. Freezer: airtight, up to three months; thaw overnight in the fridge. Contains alcohol.

Nutrition

Serving: 291g | Calories: 437kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 0.6g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 7.3mg | Potassium: 270mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.9mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 5 servings; brandy counted as distilled spirit 86 proof, aniseed counted as anise seed. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.