When the holiday parties and entertaining starts, nothing smells better or warms the soul more than mulled wine. Traditional mulled wine is a warmed wine that has been sweetened with sugar, citrus and spices. This simple recipe would be perfect for the start of the holiday season - made ahead of time to get the inspiring aroma throughout the festivities.When the holiday parties and entertaining starts, nothing smells better or warms the soul more than mulled wine. Traditional mulled wine is a warmed wine that has been sweetened with sugar, citrus and spices. This simple recipe would be perfect for the start of the holiday season - made ahead of time to get the inspiring aroma throughout the festivities.What you need:
Two bottles of red wine
3 oranges sliced in rounds and then halved
3 oranges sliced in rounds and then halved
1 lemon sliced in rounds and then halved
1/2 cup brandy
10 cloves
1 to 1 1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla
5 cinnamon sticks
3 tsp grated ginger
1/2 cup brandy
10 cloves
1 to 1 1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp vanilla
5 cinnamon sticks
3 tsp grated ginger
Combine wine, citrus, vanilla, brandy & sugar in a large pot on medium heat. Do not boil and stir often to ensure the ingredients dissolve. Once dissolved, add the spices (preferably tied in a cheesecloth bag) and cook on low for 30-45 minutes. Serve in mugs and enjoy!