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A glass of mulled wine decorated with orange slices and cinnamon.
Spiced mulled wine with orange slices

Classic Mulled Wine

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Drinks
A drink that evokes the scent of winter markets. The key to making it is 'extraction': the aromas of the spices must be dissolved into the liquid without evaporating the alcohol content of the wine. That's why we first make a spiced 'tea' (base) and only add the wine at the end.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 20 mins
⌛ Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 220 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Hungarian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Ladle
  • Strainer

Instructions

1 ✓

First, make the spiced syrup: put water, sugar, spices, and sliced orange into a saucepan.

Tip: Water extracts the water-soluble aromas of the spices better, and you can boil it freely without losing alcohol.
2 ✓

Simmer the water base for 10-15 minutes until it reduces by half and smells intense.

Tip: This 'concentrate' gives the drink its soul.
3 ✓

Pour in the wine and reduce the heat. Heat until it starts to steam, but DO NOT let it boil.

Tip: The ideal temperature is around 160-165°F. If it bubbles, the alcohol is evaporating.
4 ✓

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Tip: Strain before serving so the spices don't interfere with drinking.

Recipe FAQ

Why did it turn bitter?
The white pith of the orange contains bitter compounds. Peel thinly, or use only the flesh and the zest.
It lost its kick.
You boiled the wine. Alcohol has a lower boiling point (172°F/78°C) than water. Only heat until steaming.

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle (750ml) Dry Red Wine (e.g., Merlot or Cabernet)
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 whole Orange
  • 2 sticks Cinnamon
  • 6 whole Cloves
  • 1 whole Star Anise