Hot Spiced Christmas Wine is a classic festive drink that is perfect for warming up during the holiday season. Made with red wine, spices, and a touch of sweetness, this drink is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It is easy to make and can be prepared in just a few minutes. Serve it at your next holiday party or cozy up by the fireplace with a mug of this delicious hot wine. This recipe can easily be scaled up or down depending on the number of guests you have. Get into the holiday spirit with this warm and flavorful beverage.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 star anise
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
Directions
- Pour the red wine into a large saucepan.
- Add the orange slices, honey, cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and nutmeg.
- Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and slowly bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the wine simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Do not let the wine come to a boil.
- Once the flavors have melded together and the wine is heated through, remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Strain the hot spiced wine to remove the spices and orange slices.
- Pour the hot spiced wine into mugs or heatproof glasses.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
