Mulled Wine with Cinnamon Sticks and Fruit Recipe-February 2024-www.zdask.com

　　To “mull” wine simply means to flavor it with anything from spices to fruits as it heats. A warming brunch drink on chilly days, this one relies on the best-quality brandy you can find. It’s a matter of personal preference as to what kind of wine to use. I like a nice Cabernet or Merlot.

Ingredients

serves 6 to 8

　　1 liter red wine

　　1 cup good brandy

　　1 orange, halved

　　Zest of 1 lemon

　　6 whole cloves

　　4 to 6 cinnamon sticks

Step 1

Combine the wine, brandy, orange halves, lemon zest, cloves, and cinnamon sticks in a 4-quart saucepan over low heat. Simmer for about 2 hours uncovered.

Step 2

Remove the pan from the heat. Using a slotted spoon, strain out and discard the orange, cloves, and cinnamon sticks.

Step 3

Pour the wine into mugs and serve.