Whittard Mulled Wine Flavour Instant Tea 450g

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Choose the Right Varietal. The best wine for mulled wine is dry and full-bodied, like Cabernet Sauvignon, Grenache, Zinfandel, or Syrah. These will stand up to the other flavors and ensure the spiced wine won’t be too sweet. A non-alcoholic mulled wine is a traditional winter drink in some countries. | Image from w_naszym_domku Versatile: there are plenty of variations in this recipe, so you can adjust both the ingredients and the cooking method to whichever you prefer.

Bring some water to a boil and add 3 teabags for each liter of hot water. Leave to infuse for 5-8 minutes. Mix your ingredients. Start by adding all of the ingredients for the mulled wine to a large pot and stirring them together. Hibiscus tea or another red fruit tea (you can also substitute the tea with grape juice if you like) Mulled wine, aka “spiced wine” or “hot wine” is a warm drink that’s popular during the holidays in many European countries. It has become even more popular here in the U.S. over the past years, especially at outdoor Christmas markets. We have a huge one here in Chicago called the Christkindlmarket and they have some amazing mulled wine in cute, festive mugs. Both method are super simple. whether you choose the slow cooker or the stove top saucepan version. Simply add all ingredients to your chosen cookware, turn up the heat (but not too much!), and wait the required time. Add your garnish, and serve. It really is that easy.Apple pieces, hibiscus blossoms, elderberries, rose hip peel, mistletoe, cinnamon rods, flavouring (celery seed oil), orange slices, cloves

Citrus: we like to add a sliced orange to the mulled wine for a lovely citrus addition. It makes a beautiful garnish, too. To add sweetness to your drink, you can use honey instead of normal sugar. | Image from zdorova.ya_eda Alcohol free mulled wine omits the alcohol and uses something else in it's place, often juice. For this recipe I have come up with 2 variations. One with juice, which is perfect for both kids and adults. Then one with alcohol free red wine, which is more for adults and a touch closer to the real thing. Both are equally delicious! Ingredients you'll need Some people have recommended removing the orange peel to make the drink less bitter. However, we found the difference is negligible as the sweetness and spiciness counteract the subtle bitters of orange peel. If you leave your spices in too long or cook them at too high of a heat, then they can overtake your wine and overpower all the other flavours. You’ll want to gently release their fragrance by letting them simmer at a low heat.

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For the wine version, you'll need a bottle of non-alcoholic red wine of your choice. The wine you choose depends on your taste. If you like a sweeter, mellow wine, try a Merlot. If you have more of a dry preference, a Cabernet Sauvignon works well. I've written a round up of the best alcohol-free red wine too. But my favorite uses for these DIY mulling spices are homemade mulled apple cider and mulled wine. How to make homemade mulled apple cider The best wines for making mulled wine are those that are full-bodied, dry, fruity, and not overly sweet. Zinfandel, Granche, Shiraz, and Cabernet Sauvignon all work well. If you prefer your Glühwein stronger (in alcohol), add a shot or two of rum or amaretto to the pot or a shot to the mug. Taste the Glühwein with tea and adjust your sugar as necessary.

For the duration of cooking time, your pot should be lightly steaming and not bubbling rapidly. Add Fruits Last Use Whole Spices. I don’t recommend ground spices, as they will float on top of the wine and not incorporate properly. If you don’t want to invest in big bottles or bags of dried spices, visit a grocery store with a bulk section that has spices, or a spice store that sells smaller quantities. Liquor: add some extra “warmth” with brandy or bourbon. This also deepens the flavor in the mulled wine, but it’s optional!

To Reheat. Gently rewarm mulled wine in a large pot on the stovetop over low heat, or pour leftovers into your slow cooker and reheat on LOW until warm. If you choose to reheat your leftover refrigerated mulled wine, be aware that the flavors may not be as vibrant as they are when it’s freshly made.