Mulled Wine l Homemade warm spiced Mulled Wine l Arubakes

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: white wine

Non-alcoholic versions provide a similar flavor profile.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

cinnamon sticks

🥗Healthier: ground cinnamon

💰Cheaper: cinnamon powder

Ground cinnamon is more accessible and still flavorful.

star anise

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: anise extract

Fennel seeds mimic the flavor of star anise.

Pour red wine into a large pot.

Add the juice of 2 oranges.

Add brown sugar, cinnamon powder, and nutmeg.

Drop in a cinnamon stick and some orange slices.

Heat over a low flame, stirring until the sugar has melted and the wine is warm.

Serve in a festive mug or a thick glass that can hold warm wine.

Add a slice or two of orange and a cinnamon stick to decorate.

Keep the pot on very low heat throughout the party, topping up with more wine as needed.

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