Ingredients
Recipe for 4 people.
| 🍷 1 bottle of red wine (75 cl, preferably a young and fruity wine like merlot) | 🍊 The juice of one whole orange |
| 🍋 1 organic lemon | 🌿 1 sprig of thyme |
| 🥄 2 cinnamon sticks | 🍂 2 bay leaves |
| 🌱 1 star anise (star anise) | 🌼 100 grams of sugar (brown sugar or honey for sweetness) |
Utensils
| 🍷 Red wine bottle | 🔪 Knife |
| 🍊 Cutting board | 🥄 Wooden spoon |
| 🔥 Pot | 🧊 Glasses |
| 🍋 Zester | 🧂 Measuring spoon |
Preparation step by step
Total cooking time: 30 minutes
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Rest time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
STEP 1: In a pot, pour 1.5 liters of red wine chosen for its generosity. Prefer a young wine.
STEP 2: Add the juice of one fresh orange and the zest to bring a fruity note to your mixture.
STEP 3: Incorporate 2 cinnamon sticks, 3 cloves, and 1 star anise for a beautiful aromatic richness.
STEP 4: To sweeten the mulled wine, add 100 grams of brown sugar or 50 grams of honey depending on your preference.
STEP 5: Gently heat the pot over medium heat, being careful not to boil the mixture to preserve the aromas.
STEP 6: Let it simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the spices and citrus to release their flavors.
STEP 7: Strain the mixture with a strainer to remove the spices and zest, then serve hot in appropriate glasses.
The mulled wine is much more than just a drink: it is a true winter ritual that warms hearts and souls. Preparing this comforting drink at home allows you to gather your loved ones around a warm moment. With ingredients like orange, brown sugar, and spices like cinnamon and star anise, you will create an infusion that combines sweetness and depth of flavors. Whether for a friendly moment by the fireplace or to enhance a winter evening, your mulled wine will delight your guests.
Don’t forget to choose a full-bodied red wine and let it gently simmer to extract the best from each ingredient. With this recipe, each sip will evoke warmth and friendliness, bringing a touch of magic to your winter evenings.
