Mulled Wine a La Kolibri
Cozy up with the ultimate winter warmer: **Mulled Wine a La Kolibri**, a fragrant blend of red wine, warm spices, and a splash of brandy. This sophisticated take on the classic holiday drink features a medley of cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and cardamom, steeped with fresh orange slices and a touch of sweet honey and brown sugar for the perfect balance of flavors. The addition of a split vanilla pod and freshly grated nutmeg elevates the aroma, making it irresistibly festive. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is a breeze to prepare and ideal for small gatherings or quiet nights by the fire. Serve it warm in mugs, garnished with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick, to capture the spirit of the season in every sip. Perfect for holiday parties, cozy evenings, or any occasion that calls for a cup of spiced comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 750 ml Red wine
- 1 large Fresh orange
- 2 pieces Cinnamon sticks
- 3 pieces Star anise
- 6 pieces Cloves
- 4 pieces Cardamom pods
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 60 ml Brandy
- 1 piece Vanilla pod
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 250 ml Water
- 1 piece Whole nutmeg
Instructions
Pour the water into a large saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and cardamom pods to the saucepan.
Split the vanilla pod lengthwise and scrape out the seeds. Add both the seeds and the pod to the saucepan.
Grate a small amount of nutmeg (about 1/4 teaspoon) into the mixture.
Stir in the honey and brown sugar, and heat the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, about 5 minutes.
Lower the heat to a simmer and pour in the red wine. Do not let the mixture boil, as this will cook off the alcohol.
Let the mulled wine gently simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the brandy.
Strain the mulled wine into a heatproof jug or directly into mugs to remove the solids.
Serve warm, garnished with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.3 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.8 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.8 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.7 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 431 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 1731 mg | 37% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
