Simple Mulled Wine
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Simple Mulled Wine
Description
This Simple Mulled Wine recipe combines a bottle of bold red wine with aromatic whole spices including cloves, cinnamon sticks, and star anise, along with orange zest and slices for citrus brightness. Pure maple syrup adds gentle sweetness while apple cider gives a fruity depth. The mixture is simmered on low heat or in a slow cooker, warmed just enough to meld the flavors but not boiled to preserve the alcohol content. After steeping for 15 to 20 minutes, the spices and fruit can be strained out or left in for serving. Garnishing with additional orange slices or cinnamon sticks enhances presentation. The warm drink delivers a balance of sweet, spiced, and citrus notes typical of classic mulled wine recipes.
Ingredients
- 1 red wine bottle, bold
- 1 orange zested and sliced (plus more for garnish)
- 6-8 clove whole
- 3-4 cinnamon stick
- 3 star anise whole
- 2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 cup apple cider
Instructions
- In a large saucepan or slow-cooker, combine all ingredients and bring to a low simmer over low-medium heat (use the low setting for a slow cooker). Simmer the mulled wine mixture for 15-20 minutes, making sure the wine doesn't come to a complete boil, as the alcohol will boil down if it does.
- Remove from heat and ladle into mugs or strain out the whole spices and oranges. Serve in mugs and garnish with additional orange slices or cinnamon sticks as desired.
Notes
- Keep remaining mulled wine warm on the stove to deepen the flavor over time.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
- Reheat gently on the stove over low heat to avoid losing alcohol content and flavor.
- Optional: add 1/4 cup bourbon for a spiked version with extra warmth and complexity.
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Overall Rating
5
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