![]() Additionally, don’t over cook the wine, just get it up to temperature so that the spices release their flavors. We found it was more important not to be stingy choosing unfiltered apple cider and the right type of red wine. When it came down to making the drink however, the best one was the simplest (above). Note: We tested several recipes which included honey, sugar, star anise, and a myriad of other exotic spices. Strain the liquid into a glass and garnish with a curl of orange peel. 1 1/2 cups Unfiltered Apple Juice/Ciderĭirections: In a large pot, heat the apple juice, wine and spices together on the stove just until it starts to bubble on the sides of the pot (94º C).1 bottle (750 ml) Red Wine (preferably Zinfandel).You can add more sugar at the end to fit your preference, but honestly, it’s better (and healthier) without it.Cook on Low until wine is steaming, 20 to 25 minutes. Try it with different spices (such as allspice, ginger, fresh turmeric, etc.) for variations. Combine red wine, orange slices, honey, brandy, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and ginger in a slow cooker.It is usually sweetened with sugar and often a spirit, usually Brandy, is added. Try leaving out the brandy if you want a lighter alcohol version. Mulled wine is heated wine to which various spices have been added.This recipe is as easy to make as it is easy to drink. ![]() Fortunately, today we don’t have the same issues with wine quality and even cheap box wine makes a great base for this drink.īelow are some of our favorite recipes for mulled wine as well as a few tips (and selected wine choices). Back in the day, adding spices helped cover up the wine’s flaws. Turn the heat to medium and allow the sugar to dissolve this will let the spices’ flavors and aromas to blend together. Add enough wine to just cover the sugar, and heat gently until the sugar has dissolved. Mulled wine is a spiced hot wine cocktail with many variations and the best ones are quite easy to make. Peel and juice 1 orange, and add to a large saucepan along with the lemon peel, sugar and spices. Mulled wine is a Northern European tradition with several variations including German Glühwein, French Vin Chaud, and Norwegian Gløgg. When to drink mulled wine: after playing in the snow, when it’s dark out and raining, or when you realize you hate the bottle of wine you just bought. Get the Wine 101 Course 75% OFF with the purchase of Wine Folly: Magnum Edition.
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