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Mulled Wine

Warm spiced red wine with a hint of honey, and infused with citrus and cinnamon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bottle red wine
  • 1 orange sliced
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 4 star anise pods
  • 1/4 cup honey

Method
 

  1. Pour the red wine into a large pot over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and honey.
  3. Bring to a gentle simmer without letting it boil.
  4. Simmer uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes to infuse the spices.
  5. Strain and serve warm in mugs with a fresh orange slice.

Notes

A handful of cranberries makes it even more festive.