It is so warming (my house is freezing all the time) and it is a nice little cool weather ritual. I was sipping on a mug while I was writing this post. To reheat it gently, simply heat in 30-second increments in the microwave or over low heat on the stove. Then, I keep it in a pitcher in the fridge and pour out a mug. If I have any leftover, which I almost always do, I strain out the citrus and spices so that it doesn’t get bitter. I make a half batch when I make it (I’m on batch number 3), because it makes a lot. It’s an assortment of fruits, nuts, meats, crackers served on a board to give it a rustic feel. A charcuterie board is also great when paired with German mulled white wine. You can dip croutons, pretzels, meats, and much more. But what goes well with your drink? A cheese fondue would be a great start. Having some food with your mulled wine is always a delight. What is the best food to serve alongside German mulled wine? Once that’s done, all it takes is a gentle simmer on the stove or in a slow cooker. The most difficult part of this recipe is studding the orange with cloves. Ground spices would be too overpowering and bitter. It also makes it easy to scoop them out when you want to store leftovers. Whole spices provide a world of difference. I would choose wines from Eastern Europe, and not American or New Zealand because those Rieslings tend to be really sweet. Remove the spices and citrus peel, and ladle the liquid into glasses or mugs. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer for 30 minutes. When you are picking a wine for this mulled wine recipe, choose something that is dry and not sweet. Place the wine, brandy, brown sugar, cloves, cardamom, cinnamon, orange zest, and orange juice in a large, heavy bottomed pot or slow cooker. Make sure to have lemon slices, cinnamon sticks and fresh nutmeg for serving. Simply gather together an orange, whole cloves, white wine, sugar, orange juice, lemon, cinnamon sticks, whole allspice and cardamom pods. As you can tell she has played with the recipe to get it just right. It is a little sweet, but not cloying, and has a lot of bright notes from the citrus. I stay away from really sweet drinks (because hangover), but this is not too sweet. I normally would never have even taken a sip. It usually feature red wine, but I like the white wine approach. Gluhwein is a spiced wine made by simmering wine with mulling spices and sometimes raisins. And then weirdly, we moved to Germany and I got to drink it many times at the many markets we went to. They lived in Germany for a few years and she got this recipe from a restaurant there. And I am so thankful that she still talks to me after I harassed her so much. You guys, I borderline stalked her for this recipe. One sip in, a new obsession of mine began and it has been mulled wine all the time since. I found out that it was her famous mulled wine. Spicy and citrusy – the whole house smelled like a hug. When we got there, you were immediately hit in the face with the most incredible smell. If I eat or drink something incredible at your house, there is a better than good chance I’m going to ask you for the recipe and share it here. An example, this white mulled wine recipe. I fixate on recipes until I have them in my greedy little hands, and will harass you until I get it. Once the mixture has become sticky enough, add the rest of the wine and turn down the heat.I’m becoming one of those annoying people.This should let all the spices infuse well. Add just a small glug of red wine to the pan to ensure the sugar is covered and let it cook for 4-5 minutes until it becomes thick and sticky. Place all ingredient except the wine into a large saucepan and place on medium heat. 4 cups dry red wine (from two 750-ml bottles) ½ cup kirsch or other cherry-flavored brandy.This recipe can be easily adapted to suit your taste, simply add more juice if you like it a little weaker and add more sugar if you prefer it sweeter. You could buy the pre-made stuff but then you’d be missing out on filling your house with the gorgeous aroma- better than any candle! The great thing about mulled wine is you don’t have to buy expensive wine a cheap bottle will do and once all of the other ingredients are added you’ll never taste the difference. Yet another thing we have to thank them for! Mulled wine was originally used by the Romans to defend their bodies from the cold and as they conquered much of Europe, they brought their love of mulled wine with them. Sweet and spicy, it is the ultimate winter warmer. There is nothing like a tasty glass of mulled wine to get you in the Christmas spirit.
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