A classic holiday drink, mulled wine is the warming, boozy beverage we love to cozy up to as soon as the weather starts to grow cold. Our classic recipe uses red wine, traditional warming spices, and brandy to create the perfect holiday drink to serve a crowd (or just yourself, no judgment here!).
Ingredients
- 1
(750-ml.) bottle red wine
- 1
orange, sliced into rounds, plus more for garnish
- 6
whole cloves
- 3
cinnamon sticks, plus more for garnish
- 3
star anise
- 1/4 c.
honey
- 1/2 c.
brandy
Description
- Step 1In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer not a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer gently over low heat for 10 minutes.
- Step 2Serve warm and garnish with more citrus slices and cinnamon sticks.