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    Mulled Wine

    Published: Dec 5, 2023 by Sina · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

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    Mulled Wine

    Cozy up with a steaming mug of mulled wine. Mulled wine is red wine that is heated and flavored with Christmas spices and oranges. So delicious and perfect for cold days. And it’s ready in just 10 minutes!

    two glass mugs with mulled wine with orange slices, star anise and cinnamon sticks with fir branches on the side

    Jump to:
    • Why This Recipe Works 
    • Ingredients 
    • How To Make This Recipe 
    •  Tips & Tricks 
    • Storing 
    • Reheating
    • Alcohol-Free Version
    • Which Wine? 
    • Is wine vegan? 
    • Related Recipes 
    • I Love To Hear From You! 
    • German Mulled Wine

    Why This Recipe Works 

    I’m usually not a big fan of red wine, but I sure LOVE mulled wine. I absolutely love the smell of this German mulled wine! Is there really a better way to enjoy Christmas season than with a steaming mug of mulled wine?

    When the air turns crisp and the holiday season approaches, it’s time for mulled wine. It’s a hot alcoholic beverage that is made with red wine and various spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and star ansiseed.

    Sometimes you can also find orange slices and vanilla pods. Overall, it’s incredibly aromatic and just perfect for holiday gatherings.

    Mulled wine is very popular in the United Kingdom as well as in Germany, where it is known as Gluhwein. Gluhwein is often served at Christmas markets in Germany and Austria. The German spelling is “Glühwein” with two little dots on the “u”.

    Making mulled wine at home is a breeze. To make it even easier, you could also use prepackaged mulling spices. It’s the perfect drink to share with friends and family, whether you’re gathered around the fireplace, decorating the tree, or just have a cosy night in. 

    It’s also possible to make a non-alcoholic version of mulled wine by using fruit juice and similar mulling spices. Mulled apple juice is also super tasty!

    So, grab your favorite red wine, a handful of spices, and enjoy this mulled wine. Cheers to the season! 

    Ingredients 

    the ingredients that go into this recipe on a marble countertop with labels with the name of each ingredient
    • Red Wine – a fruity version like Merlot is best. 
    • Brown Rum – optional. 
    • Orange – orange slices and freshly squeezed orange juice. 
    • Cloves
    • Cinnamon Sticks
    • Star Aniseed
    • Brown Sugar
    overhead shot of two glass mugs with mulled wine with orange slices, star anise and cinnamon sticks with fir branches and dried and fresh orange slices on the side

    How To Make This Recipe 

    1. Step: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and stir well.

    2. Step: Heat it up for a couple of minutes over very low heat. Make sure not boil the mulled wine because then the alcohol will evaporate and it won’t taste right.

    four step-by-step photos that show how to make mulled wine

    3. Step: Strain through a sieve and serve hot in heat-resistant glasses or mugs.

     Tips & Tricks 

    • I used orange juice and sliced oranges for this recipe, which is a perfect addition to the mulled wine spices. It smells and tastes so much like Christmas! I highly recommend using freshly squeezed orange juice and not store-bought orange juice. It makes a big difference!
    • Make sure not boil the wine because then the alcohol will evaporate and it won’t taste right. So only heat it up over very low heat.
    • You can either make your own mulling spices or buy a spice mixture, which you can use for mulled wine or hot apple cider. Homemade mulling spices always make a great gift!
    Mulled Wine

    Storing 

    Stored in an airtight bottle in the fridge, it will last up to 3 days. 

    Reheating

    You can easily reheat mulled wine. Just reheat in a small pot over very low heat. Make sure it’s not boiling.

    Alcohol-Free Version

    Mulled wine is alcoholic. And always remember that since you drink the wine hot it goes to your head extra quickly.

    However, you can easily make a non-alcoholic version of this mulled wine by using grape juice. Or you could also use apple juice instead. However, leave out the sliced oranges and the orange juice if you’re using apple juice.

    Which Wine? 

    Fruity and sweet wines are the best for mulled wine. Merlot is a very good choice for mulled wine or Gluhwein.

    a glass of mulled wine with orange slices, a cinnamon stick, and star anise with fir branches in the background

    Is wine vegan? 

    There is no yes or no answer to this question. The question whether mulled wine is vegan or not depends on the wine you’re using.

    Many people don’t know that animal-derived products are used to make wine. Of course it mainly consist of grapes, but during the winemaking process substances known as “fining agents” are used to filter the wine.

    Those substances can be made of milk protein, bone marrow, egg whites, gelatin, or fish bladder membranes. However, there are also other options to filter wine, so it’s possible to make vegan wine. Often it’s clearly labeled as vegan.

    So it’s possible to make vegan mulled wine by using vegan wine, but it’s not always vegan.

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    I Love To Hear From You! 

    I hope you like this mulled wine recipe as much as we do around here.

    If you give it a try, I’d love to know what you think about it. Just leave me a comment and a star rating below. Your comments really make my day!

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    German Mulled Wine

    German Mulled Wine

    This German mulled wine is the perfect Christmas drink! It’s prepared from red wine that is heated and flavored with Christmas spices and oranges. It’s ready in just 10 minutes!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: German
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 5 minutes mins
    Total Time: 10 minutes mins
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 163kcal
    Author: Sina

    Ingredients

    • 1 bottle red wine (25.4 oz)
    • 2 tablespoons brown rum
    • 2 oranges, cut into slices
    • 2 juice of two oranges
    • 5 cloves
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 2 star aniseed
    • 1/2 cup brown sugar

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and stir well.
    • Heat it up for a couple of minutes over very low heat. Make sure not boil the mulled wine because then the alcohol will evaporate and it won’t taste right.
    • Strain through a sieve and serve hot in heat-resistant glasses or mugs.

    Notes

    • I used orange juice and sliced oranges for my mulled wine, which is a perfect addition to the mulled wine spices. It smells and tastes so much like Christmas! I highly recommend using freshly squeezed orange juice and not store-bought orange juice. It makes a big difference!
    • Make sure not boil the mulled wine because then the alcohol will evaporate and it won’t taste right. So only heat it up over very low heat.
    • Fruity and sweet wines are the best for mulled wine. Merlot is a very good choice for mulled wine or Gluhwein.
    • You could also easily make a non-alcoholic version of this mulled wine by using grape juice. Or you could also use apple juice instead. However, leave out the sliced oranges and the orange juice if you’re using apple juice.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 152mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 32g | Vitamin A: 175IU | Vitamin C: 41.3mg | Calcium: 74mg | Iron: 0.6mg
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    Comments

    1. Michelle

      November 28, 2018 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      Made this last year for Christmas. It was a big hit. We loved all the flavors. Was the perfect warm drink for the holiday season. It is now one of our new family traditions.

      Reply
    2. dannie

      June 21, 2018 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      lovely drink for great occasions.

      Reply
    3. Mel @ avirtualvegan.com

      December 11, 2016 at 2:14 am

      I love mulled wine but you have made me want to try Feuerzangenbowle now. it sounds fantastic!

      Reply
    4. Alisa Fleming

      December 10, 2016 at 5:36 pm

      Every year I reminisce about Glühwein. You can’t find it (at least not easily) in the U.S., but I’d never thought to make my own! This looks marvelous.

      Reply
    5. Dreena Burton

      December 10, 2016 at 12:02 am

      K, you’ve convinced me to make mulled wine! I love red wine (though only in recent years), and so I know this would be divine. Addition of orange is beautiful idea.

      Reply
    6. The Vegan 8

      December 09, 2016 at 5:19 pm

      I love me some red wine and I love the spices and flavors! I’ve have to skip the rum, lol, but I love all the other ingredients!

      Reply
    7. Cadry

      December 09, 2016 at 2:56 am

      How fun! I’ve had mulled wine a few times, but I’ve never made it myself. It sounds so warming & delicious!

      Reply
    8. Linda @ Veganosity

      December 09, 2016 at 12:16 am

      I love Glühwein! They sell at the Chicago Christkindlmarket and it comes in the cutest porcelain boot mug. This looks so good, Sina!

      Reply
    9. Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite

      December 08, 2016 at 6:16 am

      You had me at wine! LOL Sounds delicious and the perfect holiday drink!

      Reply
    10. Dianne's Vegan Kitchen

      December 07, 2016 at 12:19 am

      I love mulled wine, and I love that the German name translates to “glow wine”! That’s so perfect!

      Reply
    11. Becky Striepe

      December 06, 2016 at 7:47 pm

      Oh yum! I love mulled wine, and this one looks so festive with those oranges and stars if anise!

      Reply
    12. Amy

      December 05, 2016 at 6:01 pm

      You are a great photographer! I pinned your recipe to my Christmas group board.

      Reply

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