Sweet + Spiced Slow Cooker Mulled Wine
Just throw everything in your slow cooker and enjoy the sweet cinnamon fragrance while this mulled wine creates a delicious holiday blend perfect for a party or a cozy night in.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (at least 3 quarts; 6 quarts if doubling the recipe)
- Citrus zester or grater
- Juicer
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 1 bottle red wine (pick a moderately dry variety)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks (plus additional for garnish)
- 1 star anise
- 5 cloves
- 1/4 cup apple brandy (optional, or try another flavored brandy)
Instructions
- Prep the orange. Zest the orange and set the zest aside. Then, cut the orange in half. Juice one half and add the juice to the slow cooker. Next, slice the remaining half into thin rounds and set them aside for garnish.
- Add the ingredients. Add the wine, granulated sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and brandy (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir until the sugar is mostly dissolved. Cover and cook on low for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Serve. Ladle the warm mulled wine into mugs. Garnish each mug with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick, if desired, for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition
Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
Servings: 5 people
Calories: 183kcal