Mulled Wine Recipe (Glühwein)

Course: cocktail

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 30

Total Time: 35

Servings:

Calories: 166kcal

This perfectly spiced mulled wine recipe is so easy to make, and it's great for the holidays or cold winter months.

Bring the wine, honey, cider, orange liqueur, sliced fruit, cloves, and cinnamon sticks to a simmer in a saucepan set over medium-high heat.
750 milliliters red wine, ¼ cup honey, 2 cups apple cider, ¼ cup orange liqueur, 1 orange, 4 whole cloves, 4 cinnamon sticks
Once simmering, reduce to medium-low heat and continue to simmer for about 30 minutes.
Strain and serve, garnished with more fruit, star anise, and cinnamon sticks if desired.
Star anise, Orange slices, Cinnamon sticks

You want to choose a dry, full-bodied wine for this recipe. I like Cabernet Sauvignon, but a Zinfandel, Merlot, or Syrah would also work well.
Bring the wine to a simmer, but don't let it boil. Boiling will change the flavor.
Adjust the sweetness to your preference.
Keep it warm, not hot. If you're serving it at a party, use a slow cooker or a heat diffuser on the stove to keep it warm without boiling.
You can make a non-alcoholic version using grape juice or apple cider as the base. Add the same spices and ingredients, and omit the wine.

Storage: Store mulled wine in a sealed container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.