Mulled wine with apples and oranges
5 servings
30 minutes
Mulled wine with apples and oranges is a cozy winter drink that comes from German cuisine. Its history dates back to medieval Europe, where spiced hot wine was used for warming during the cold season. This version of the drink features fresh fruits, making its taste softer and richer. The aroma of cinnamon, cloves, and star anise intertwines with the citrus notes of orange and the sweetness of apple, creating a warming and invigorating effect. Mulled wine is perfect for cozy home evenings, winter holidays, and friendly gatherings. It not only warms but also fills the atmosphere with the scents of a winter fairy tale. It is served hot in glass cups or mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange.


1
Peel and finely chop the ginger.
- Ginger: 150 g

2
Cut the orange into 4 pieces.
- Oranges: 1 piece

3
Cut the apple into 6 pieces and remove the core.
- Apple: 1 piece

4
Place ginger and spices in a deep pot.
- Ginger: 150 g
- Anise (star anise): 2 g
- Carnation: 3 pieces

5
Pour 100 ml of wine and set to high heat.
- Red wine: 750 ml

6
Add sugar or a sugar substitute.
- Sugar: 1 tablespoon

7
Once the wine starts to boil, reduce the heat and add cinnamon.
- Cinnamon sticks: 2 pieces

8
Squeeze orange juice into a pot and add the peels. Pour in water.
- Oranges: 1 piece
- Water: 250 ml

9
Add apples.
- Apple: 1 piece

10
After 10 minutes, pour in the wine and simmer on medium heat for another 15 minutes.
- Red wine: 750 ml

11
Pour into a convenient dish and serve.









