Traditional Bisschopswijn Recipe

Bisschopswijn is a popular warm beverage that is commonly enjoyed during the winter months. It is a traditional Dutch recipe that combines red wine with a variety of aromatic spices, citrus fruits, and sweeteners. This recipe will surely warm you up from the inside out on a chilly evening. It is perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home.

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of red wine
• 4 cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1 star anise
• 4 cardamom pods
• 1 orange
• 1 lemon
• 4 tablespoons of brown sugar

Directions

1. Pour the red wine into a large saucepan and heat it over medium heat.
2. While the wine is heating, prepare the spices. Using a sharp knife, cut the orange and lemon into slices.
3. Add the cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cardamom pods, orange slices, and lemon slices to the saucepan with the red wine.
4. Stir in the brown sugar.
5. Heat the mixture until it starts to simmer, but do not let it boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture steep for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
7. Taste the Bisschopswijn and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired.
8. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove the spices and fruit slices.
9. Serve the Bisschopswijn hot in mugs or heatproof glasses.
10. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, if desired.

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