Winter is knocking on our doors, cheer is in the air, and the feeling of nostalgia during the holidays is something that we all love and cherish. The scents, the sounds, the flavors…snow falling softly and cozying up by the fireplace with a mug of our favorite festive beverage is a setting we all look forward to.
Mulled wine is one of the oldest cocktail techniques in the world, dating back to 2nd century BC. Roman soldiers heated and spiced their wine during the winter season to keep warm and spirited. Popular in European culture, especially during the holidays, you can find recipes for mulled wine in medieval cookbooks in Great Britain. A version of mulled wine called “Smoking Bishop” was mentioned in Charles Dickens’ timeless tale, A Christmas Carol.
Mulled wine is red wine, sweetened, heated, and infused with spices and citrus flavors. Fruity, full bodied, and fragrant, mulled wine is one of the easiest recipes for winter and holiday entertaining. Cooked on the stove top or in a slow cooker, mulled wine consists of a red wine (such as Zinfandel, Merlot, or Grenache), brandy, orange liqueur, cinnamon, mulling spices (like cloves or star anise), and sweetener (sugar, honey, or maple syrup). Best served hot in mugs and often garnished with cinnamon sticks, cranberries, and/or peeled oranges, this festive delicacy will help you beat the winter chill with ease!
Enjoy this beautiful winter holiday season with your own cozy batch of mulled wine, or share with friends and family at your holiday celebration. Celebrate tradition or create anew, mulled wine is easily a holiday essential for people to indulge all around the globe!
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