LibreRecipes

Mulled Red Wine

Rating

Calories

138.0

Sodium

5.0

The bright cherry flavor of kirsch gives this spiced holiday favorite a fruity kick.

8 whole cloves

4 whole black peppercorns

4 (3- by 1/2-inch) strips fresh lemon zest

4 (4- by 1/2-inch) strips fresh orange zest

4 cups dry red wine (from two 750-ml bottles)

1/2 cup kirsch or other cherry-flavored brandy

1 1/2 cups water

3/4 cup sugar

1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick

1 vanilla bean, halved lengthwise

Garnish: cinnamon sticks

Special equipment: a 4-inch square of cheesecloth; kitchen string

Put cloves, peppercorns, and zest on cheesecloth, then tie closed to form a bag.
Combine wine, kirsch, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, vanilla bean, and cheesecloth bag in a 4-quart saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring.
Simmer 10 minutes. Serve warm.