Mulled Wine

Submitted by subaruthie

"This is an easy way to turn a cheap bottle of wine into something your guests will rave about. I've included directions for alternate preparation and options for straining."

 

• Ready In: 45mins
• Ingredients: 6
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 (750 ml) bottle red wine (a cheap cabernet sauvignon)
• 2 cups water
• 1⁄2 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons mulling spices
• 2 oranges
• 1⁄4 cup apricot brandy

directions

1. Wash and slice oranges thinly.
2. Combine water, sugar, spices, and oranges in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer 20-30 minutes.
3. Reduce heat, add wine, and reheat. Do not boil.
4. Strain oranges and spices.
5. Add brandy just before serving.
6. Serve warm with cinnamon sticks.
7. Make ahead directions: Combine water, sugar, spices, oranges, and wine in a large saucepan. Stir well and refrigerate several hours. Use low heat to warm. Strain and add brandy before serving.
8. Alternatives to straining: Use a strainer insert for your saucepan to hold and lift out spices and oranges, or use cheesecloth to hold oranges and spices during mulling.