There are few occasions that can’t be made better with a bottle of wine. But during the winter months, if you find yourself searching for something a little cozier - enter warm mulled wine, or glühwein as it’s called in Germany.
This spiced red wine cocktail is the perfect way to keep warm during winter and a bit of spice to the campfire. It doesn’t take much to make: a bottle (or two) of red wine, some oranges, cloves, cinnamon sticks, ginger, and few drizzles of maple syrup. Simmer in a big pot over low heat until all the flavours start to blend together. When it’s ready, it tastes like warm, liquid comfort in a mug.
Ingredients
- 750 ml bottle red wine
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 3 whole cinnamon sticks
- 2 inch piece ginger, sliced
- 1 tablespoon whole cloves
- 2 oranges, cut in half
Instructions
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Combine the wine, maple syrup, and spices in a pot. Squeeze the juice from the oranges into the wine and then add the spent peels to the pot. Simmer over medium-low heat at least 30 minutes to allow all the flavours to meld. Split between glasses & enjoy!
TIPS:
Use the whole cloves to stud the rind of the oranges. This will keep them attached to the fruit and out of your drink when it comes time to serve.
Avoid accidentally boiling the wine. You’re looking for a very low simmer; just enough to keep everything warm. Once it starts to boil you’re just losing alcohol.
Recipe By: Fresh off The Grid - a culinary resource for the outdoor community offering recipes, how-to guides to help you enjoy great food in the great outdoors
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