Mulled Wine

Ingredients

  • 180 ml Red wine
  • 30 ml Cognac
  • 30 ml Orange juice
  • 1 barspoon Honey
  • 1 piece Cinnamon stick
  • 1 piece Star anise
  • 3 piece Cloves
  • Garnish Orange slice, cinnamon stick

Preparation

  1. Heat all ingredients gently in a saucepan.
  2. Add do not boil.
  3. Strain into an Irish coffee glass. Don't know how? Pour the drink through a strainer (or the built-in strainer on your shaker) to catch the ice and any solids.
  4. Garnish with orange slice, cinnamon stick.

Origin Story

Mulled wine has been enjoyed since Roman times, when wine was heated and spiced for warmth and flavor. It became particularly popular in Europe during the winter months, often served at holiday gatherings.

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Seen in

  • Love Actually 2003

    Mulled wine is served at the school Christmas concert and holiday gatherings.

  • The Holiday 2006

    Kate Winslet's character embraces English winter with mulled wine.

  • Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince 2009

    Mulled mead is served at The Three Broomsticks, the wizarding take on mulled wine.