Ina Garten Hot Spiced Mulled Wine

Ina Garten Hot Spiced Mulled Wine
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Ina Garten’s Hot Spiced Mulled Wine is made with fresh apple cider, spicy red wine, liquid honey, cinnamon sticks, dried cloves, dried star anise, and a large navel orange. This delicious Hot Spiced Mulled Wine recipe creates a warming and aromatic drink that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

This Hot Spiced Mulled Wine Recipe Is From Go-To Dinner Cookbook by Ina Garten.

Ingredients Needed:

  • 1 large navel orange
  • 4 cups (960 ml) fresh apple cider
  • 1 (750 ml) bottle spicy red wine (e.g., Cabernet Sauvignon)
  • ¼ cup (85 g) liquid honey
  • 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
  • 8 whole dried cloves
  • 4 whole dried star anise

How To Make Hot Spiced Mulled Wine:

  1. Prepare the Orange: Use a sharp knife to remove the peel from the orange in 12 long strips, minimizing the white pith. Juice the orange directly into a large saucepan.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add the apple cider, red wine, honey, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to the saucepan. Also, add 4 of the orange peel strips to the pan (reserve the rest for garnish).
  3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Serve: Strain the mulled wine into heatproof glasses or mugs. Garnish each drink with a reserved orange peel strip. Serve hot.
Ina Garten Hot Spiced Mulled Wine
Ina Garten Hot Spiced Mulled Wine

Recipe Tips

  • Use Fresh Spices: For the best flavor, use fresh cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Old spices can lose their potency and make the mulled wine taste bland.
  • Don’t Overheat: Keep the heat low once the mixture boils. Overheating can cause the alcohol to evaporate and the flavors to become too strong or bitter.
  • Strain Well: Make sure to strain the mulled wine thoroughly to remove all the spices and orange peel. This ensures a smooth, enjoyable drink.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mulled wine before serving. If it’s too tart, add a bit more honey to balance the flavors to your preference.
  • Garnish for Appeal: Garnish each glass with a fresh orange peel strip. It adds a nice touch and extra aroma, making your mulled wine look and smell even better.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers

  • Refrigerate: Let the Leftovers Hot Spiced Mulled Wine cool to room temperature. Then, put it in an airtight container and refrigerate. It stays good for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze: Freezing Leftovers Hot Spiced Mulled Wine isn’t ideal as it can change the taste and texture. If needed, freeze it in an airtight container or bag for up to 1 month. Thaw it in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • Reheating: Reheat leftover Hot Spiced Mulled Wine on the stove over low heat for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until hot. Avoid boiling to preserve the flavors and alcohol content.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)

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  • Calories: 150
  • Total Fat: 0 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Sodium: 10 mg
  • Potassium: 150 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 35 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0 g
  • Sugars: 32 g
  • Protein: 0 g

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Ina Garten Hot Spiced Mulled Wine

Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 10 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 20 minutesServings:8 servingsCalories:150 kcal Best Season:Available

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Ina Garten’s Hot Spiced Mulled Wine is made with fresh apple cider, spicy red wine, liquid honey, cinnamon sticks, dried cloves, dried star anise, and a large navel orange. This delicious Hot Spiced Mulled Wine recipe creates a warming and aromatic drink that takes about 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.

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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Orange: Use a sharp knife to remove the peel from the orange in 12 long strips, minimizing the white pith. Juice the orange directly into a large saucepan.
  2. Combine Ingredients: Add the apple cider, red wine, honey, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to the saucepan. Also, add 4 of the orange peel strips to the pan (reserve the rest for garnish).
  3. Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  4. Serve: Strain the mulled wine into heatproof glasses or mugs. Garnish each drink with a reserved orange peel strip. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Use Fresh Spices: For the best flavor, use fresh cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Old spices can lose their potency and make the mulled wine taste bland.
  • Don’t Overheat: Keep the heat low once the mixture boils. Overheating can cause the alcohol to evaporate and the flavors to become too strong or bitter.
  • Strain Well: Make sure to strain the mulled wine thoroughly to remove all the spices and orange peel. This ensures a smooth, enjoyable drink.
  • Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mulled wine before serving. If it’s too tart, add a bit more honey to balance the flavors to your preference.
  • Garnish for Appeal: Garnish each glass with a fresh orange peel strip. It adds a nice touch and extra aroma, making your mulled wine look and smell even better.
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