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Mulled Wine Recipe Easy Glühwein for Cozy Festive Parties

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This easy Mulled Wine (Glühwein) recipe is a festive, comforting holiday drink made with red wine, citrus, and warming spices. Perfect for parties or cozy nights in, it comes together quickly and fills your home with irresistible aromas.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine (Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Pinot Noir)
  • 1 large orange, sliced (plus more for garnish)
  • 1 lemon, sliced (optional)
  • 3–4 whole cinnamon sticks
  • 5–6 whole cloves
  • 2 star anise pods (optional)
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (can use honey or maple syrup)
  • 1/4 cup brandy or rum (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg (optional)
  • Orange slices or peel twists (for garnish)
  • Extra cinnamon sticks (for garnish)
  • Fresh cranberries or star anise (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Slice the orange and lemon into rounds. Prepare orange peel twists for garnish if desired.
  2. Pour the red wine into a large saucepan or stockpot. Add the sliced orange and lemon, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise pods, and sugar.
  3. Heat over medium-low until just below a simmer (about 8-10 minutes), stirring occasionally. Do not boil.
  4. Stir in brandy or rum (if using), vanilla extract, and nutmeg. Let simmer gently for another 5 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired.
  6. Remove from heat. Strain out spices and citrus slices using a fine mesh strainer or slotted spoon.
  7. Pour into mugs and garnish with orange peel twists, cinnamon sticks, and cranberries.
  8. Serve hot, keeping warm on the lowest heat setting or in a slow cooker if needed.

Notes

Use a dry, fruity red wine for best results. Do not boil the wine to avoid bitterness and loss of alcohol. Adjust sweetness and spices to taste. For alcohol-free or vegan versions, substitute wine with grape or cranberry juice and use agave or organic sugar. Recipe scales easily for larger gatherings. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and gently reheated.

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Keywords: mulled wine, glühwein, holiday drink, festive, winter, Christmas, party, easy, red wine, spiced wine

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