• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Jo Cooks

Simple - Easy - Comfort

Main Menu
  • Browse All Recipes
  • By Course
    • Breakfast
    • Appetizers
    • Lunch
    • Dinner
    • Desserts
    • Side Dishes
    • Soups
    • Salads
    • Sandwiches
    • Drinks/Cocktails
    • Sauces & Dressings
  • By Method
    • Crockpot
    • Instant Pot
    • One Pot
    • Air Fryer
    • Casseroles
  • By Season
    • Spring
    • Summer
    • Fall
    • Winter
  • By Cuisine
    • Asian
    • Italian
    • Mexican
    • European
    • Indian
    • Romanian
    • Mediterranean
    • Middle Eastern
    • American
  • By Ingredient
    • Chicken
    • Pork
    • Beef
    • Seafood
    • Lamb
    • Vegetarian
    • Pasta
    • Spices
  • By Holiday
    • Christmas
    • Easter
    • Thanksgiving
    • Game Day
    • Valentine's Day
    • St. Patrick's Day
    • Cinco de Mayo
    • Mother's Day
    • Memorial Day
    • Father's Day
    • 4th Of July
    • Labor Day
    • Halloween
Cookbooks
Shop Favorites
About Jo
Contact
Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
YouTube
TikTok
FREE recipe eBook!
Search...
All Recipes
Soups
Baking
Pasta
Sides
Sandwiches
Instant Pot
30 Minute
One Pot Meals
Dips & Dressings
Drinks/Cocktails
4.6 from 50 votes

Mulled Wine

Jump to RecipePrintRate
By: Joanna Cismaru 11 Comments

This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.

Here’s a recipe for a simple Mulled Wine that’s sure to warm you during the holiday season! So if you’re looking to party like it’s 1899, nothing beats this traditional winter cocktail. 

Mulled Wine - a simple mulled wine recipe that's sure to warm you during the holiday season! So if you're looking to party like it's 1899, nothing beats a good mulled wine.

You know that when the chilly winter weather hits that nothing, absolutely  nothing could be cozier than a warm mug of mulled wine. And it would surely warm you up from head to toe, guaranteed. I for one love it and it’s something we make every single winter.

Nothing beats cozying up by the fireplace with a cup of this mulled wine, not to mention how romantic it could be if you do this with your significant other.

But this hot toddy is so simple to make and what a holiday treat. It’s typically made with red wine which is sweetened and spiced with spices such as star anise, cloves and cinnamon. It is then heated and served warm. Total treat and perfect for a cold winter night.

What Is Mulled Wine?

While you’ll find many different types of mulled wine recipes, the basic ingredients will always be the same. I used a bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon here but any red wine would work really, like a Merlot or even a Zinfandel.  I also added a bit of citrus to mine and it was just delicious.

If you’ve never had this for the holidays, it’s time to make some new memories. Cozy up by the fireplace, turn on It’s a Wonderful Life and enjoy a cup of this wine. You won’t regret it.

Ingredients

  • Red wine – I used Cabernet Sauvignon for this recipe today as we want something nice and full bodied.
  • Brandy – This will add tons of dimension to our mulled wine today, be sure to pick some up – any kind you’d like.
  • Spices – Cinnamon sticks and star anise.
  • Liquids – Water and honey, believe me the honey will help round out all the flavors we’re going for today.
  • Citrus – Slice up some lemons and some oranges to add dimension and brightness to our mulled wine.
Mulled Wine - a simple recipe that's sure to warm you during the holiday season! So if you're looking to party like it's 1899, nothing beats this traditional winter cocktail.

What Else Can I Use

WineSpicesCitrus
ChiantiWhole clovesLimes
MalbecNutmegClementines
MerlotBay leaves
Vanilla pod

How To Make Mulled Wine

  1. Combine the mulled wine: Add the first 7 ingredients to a saucepan. Juice the lemon and orange and add the juice to the pan.
  2. Bring to a boil over medium heat then reduce to low heat and simmer for another 15 minutes.
  3. Serve warm with orange slices.

Some Tips And Tricks

  1. Be sure to strain out those spices before drinking. A soggy star anise will be an unpleasant surprise otherwise!
  2. Don’t go overboard on the spices, it will be tempting to throw in a ton of flavor additions but moderation is key here.
  3. Throw these together in the slow cooker for a nice and well developed mulled wine.

Storing Leftovers

You can store this bad boy in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just be sure to allow it to cool to room temperature before transferring to an airtight container.

More Must Try Drinks:

  • Grenadine Sunrise
  • Homemade Eggnog
  • Pomegranate Elderflower Spritzers
  • Apple Crumble
  • Pina Colada
  • Mojito Recipe
  • Classic Canadian Caesar

Before You Begin! If you make this, please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing free recipes.

two glasses of mulled wine with oranges and cinnamon sticks
Print
4.56 from 50 votes

Mulled Wine

Prep 5 minutes
Cook 20 minutes
Total 25 minutes
Rate Recipe
Here's a recipe for a simple Mulled Wine that's sure to warm you during the holiday season! So if you're looking to party like it's 1899, nothing beats this traditional winter cocktail. 
4

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle red wine (I used Cabernet Sauvignon)
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 lemon
  • 1 orange

Before You Begin! If you make this, please leave a review and rating letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive & continue providing free recipes.

Instructions 

  • Add the first 7 ingredients to a saucepan. Juice the lemon and orange and add the juice to the pan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat then reduce to low heat and simmer for another 15 minutes.
  • Serve warm with orange slices.

Notes

Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1glassCalories: 286kcal (14%)Carbohydrates: 30g (10%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 1g (2%)Saturated Fat: 1g (6%)Sodium: 10mgPotassium: 346mg (10%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 22g (24%)Vitamin A: 74IU (1%)Vitamin C: 32mg (39%)Calcium: 47mg (5%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

two glasses of mulled wine with oranges and cinnamon sticks

Did You Make This?

We love seeing what you made! Tag us on Instagram at @jocooks or hashtag #jocooks so we can see your creations!

Rate Recipe
Add Your Photo!
  • 322
Home Recipes
Joanna Cismaru

Joanna Cismaru

I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is my blog where I share with you my culinary adventures. Here you will find a variety of recipes using simple everyday ingredients and creating wonderful, delicious and comforting meals, including some decadent desserts.

Read More
iPad showing title of ebook 30 recipes from around the world
Subscribe

Get our FREE recipe eBook + weekly newsletter!

Loading

guest
Did you make this recipe? Rate it:




The comment form collects your name, email and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

guest
Did you make this recipe? Rate it:




The comment form collects your name, email and content to allow us keep track of the comments placed on the website. Please read and accept our website Terms and Privacy Policy to post a comment.

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

11 Comments
Newest
Oldest Most Voted
Inline Feedbacks
View all comments
Kim Cruickshanks
Kim Cruickshanks
Posted: 2 years ago

Sounds delicious! I can’t wait to try it once the weather get nice and cold. : )

0
Reply
pbeltz
pbeltz
Posted: 5 years ago

What type of brandy do you use? A flavored or non flavored?

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  pbeltz
Posted: 5 years ago

Non flavored.

0
Reply
Barbara
Barbara
Posted: 7 years ago

just a quick note..it’s party like it’s 1999 Prince…. giggle 🙂

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Barbara
Posted: 7 years ago

I know, it was a joke. 🙂

0
Reply
Jennifer
Jennifer
Reply to  Joanna Cismaru
Posted: 2 years ago

That everyone else got. 😉 Thanks to this, I’m adding brandy this year! I don’t like licorice, so my go-to spices are cloves, allspice and cinnamon sticks!

0
Reply
Sue K
Sue K
Posted: 7 years ago

5 stars
This is a beautiful recipe for “gluhwein”. Cannot wait to try it as it looks much better than some of the prebottled versions available in store. It will be a definite beverage for the tree trimming festivities!!

0
Reply
Edward Davies
Edward Davies
Posted: 7 years ago

What is star anise?

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Edward Davies
Posted: 7 years ago

Star anise is a spice that is star-shaped, and it contains a pea-size seed in each of its segments, it comes from a small evergreen tree.

0
Reply
Kristina
Kristina
Reply to  Joanna Cismaru
Posted: 5 years ago

Where do you buy this?
Is there anywhere to buy a mulled wine “kit”
I’ll supply alcohol of course

0
Reply
Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
Author
Reply to  Kristina
Posted: 5 years ago

You can actually fid mulling spices on amazon, here’s the link: http://amzn.to/2i6mDlx

0
Reply

sidebar

Facebook
Instagram
Pinterest
YouTube
TikTok
Visit our Other Site: Craving Home Cooked

Explore

Recipes
Cookbooks
About Jo
Contact

Legal

Privacy Policy
Accessibility
Disclaimers
© 2023 Jo Cooks
Site Credits
Designed by Melissa Rose Design Developed by Once Coupled
Back to Top
wpDiscuz