Mulled Wine

Total Time

Prep: 15 min. Cook: 30 min. + chilling

Test Kitchen Approved

Our mulled wine recipe smells just like Christmas! A heady brew of red wine, brandy, aromatic fruits and spices will keep everyone warm during your holiday festivities.

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

In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place remaining spices on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Place in pan.

Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer gently, covered, 20 minutes. Transfer to a covered container; cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.

Strain wine mixture into a large saucepan, discarding fruit and spice bag; reheat. Serve warm. Garnish, if desired, with orange slices, star anise or additional cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts

3/4 cup: 379 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 10mg sodium, 46g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 0 fiber), 0 protein.

This mulled wine is soothing and satisfying with a delightful blend of spices warmed to perfection. Refrigerating the wine mixture overnight allows the flavors to blend, so don't omit this essential step. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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