Mulled Wine
A warm and comforting beverage made with expired but safe to consume red wine. The wine is simmered with spices and citrus to create a flavorful drink.
5
Prep Time (min)
25
Cook Time (min)
30
Total Time (min)
4
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of expired but safe to consume red wine
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 tablespoons honey or sugar (optional, to taste)
Difficulty:Easy
Tags:
expired-food-recipefood-waste-reduction
Instructions
1
In a large pot, combine the red wine, orange slices, lemon slices, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
2
Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until it reaches a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil.
3
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the wine steep for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
4
Taste the mulled wine and add honey or sugar if desired for sweetness.
5
Strain the mulled wine into mugs or heatproof glasses, discarding the spices and fruit slices.
6
Serve hot and enjoy!