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MULLED WINE FREE

I love the way its sweet and tangy flavor plays off the spices, wine, and orange juice.

Apple cider – Instead of adding sugar to this recipe, I sweeten it naturally with apple cider.

Fresh oranges – I simmer the wine with the zest and juice of 1/2 orange, and I always serve it with orange slices for garnish.

No need to break the bank here – because you’ll be adding so much to the wine, an inexpensive, but still decent, bottle will work just fine.

Wine, of course! – Look for a dry red wine such as merlot.

Ready to make mulled wine? Here’s what you’ll need: Technically, that amount should serve 3, but the hot wine is so warming and flavorful that we always go back for seconds.

MULLED WINE FREE

If you – like us – aren’t serving a crowd this year, feel free to scale it down. I originally developed this mulled wine recipe a few years back, with holiday entertaining in mind. The heady, spiced aroma on its own is reason enough to make it! It’s not only a) delicious and b) super simple to make, but it also makes your kitchen smell amazing. If you’ve never made mulled wine before, you’re in for a treat. With a mug of it in hand, I forget that it’s cold outside in an instant! Packed with notes of citrus, apple, and warming spices, it’s cozy and festive – the perfect defense against Chicago’s winter weather. Colorful garnishes like orange slices, cranberries, and fresh rosemary make it even more cheery. Jack and I may not always get around to putting up the Christmas tree, but we do love to celebrate the holiday season by making this mulled wine recipe.