This Mulled Wine is the perfect festive beverage to serve at all of your holiday gatherings this year! It's made from a combination of red wine, apple cider, orange juice, and spices. It is gluten free and vegan.
1cupfresh apple cider check ingredients to ensure it's just apples/apple juice
1tbspmaple syrupmore if you like a lot of sweetness
¼cupfresh squeezed orange juice
3-4cinnamon sticks
4whole cloves
4star anise
½tspallspice
½cupbrandy or your other favorite liquoroptional
Instructions
Add all ingredients to a large pot and heat up over medium heat until just simmering. Do not bring to a boil (otherwise you might boil off the alcohol!) Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for a minimum of 15 minutes (max 3 hours). Serve with a slice of orange, apple, cranberries, and cinnamon stick. Enjoy!
Slow Cooker Instructions
Add all ingredients to a slow cooker and cook on low for 7-8 hours. (It can be ready in as little as 2-3 hours).