How To Make Mulled Wine

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.

Combine red wine, sugar, and spices in a large pot.

Add sliced orange and lemon.

Heat over medium-low until warm, about 10-15 minutes.

Stir occasionally to dissolve sugar completely.

Do not let it boil to preserve the wine's flavor.

Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as desired.

Strain the mixture to remove solids before serving.

Serve warm in heatproof glasses or mugs.

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