Holiday Drink Recipe: Mulled Wine

Toast to the holidays with this warm mulled wine

JULIA FAIN

JULIA FAIN

Julia Fain

My husband lived in Germany for several years, and he always spoke fondly of walking around with a hot cup of glühwein, a spiced wine. This recipe may not be an exact replica, but it combines my favorite holiday flavors in a warm cup. It's simple to make, and perfect for your next holiday party or family gathering.

Holiday Mulled Wine

Modified recipe from Food Network

Serves 6-8

Ingredients

2 cups apple cider

1 bottle red wine I used Cabernet Sauvignon

1/4 cup sugar

2 cinnamon sticks, plus additional for garnish

1 orange, juiced

10 whole cloves

2 oranges, sliced for garnish

Directions

Combine wine, cider, sugar, cinnamon sticks, orange juice, and cloves in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil stirring occasionally, lower heat to a simmer and heat for 10 minutes. Pour into mugs and serve warm with orange and cinnamon sticks for garnish.