- Hearty & Grounding
- Drinks
- Contains alcohol
- Prep 10 min
- Cook 30 min
- Serves 6 small glasses
Warm, spiced and made for cold evenings. Never let it boil, or the alcohol and the delicate flavours cook away. This drink contains alcohol and is for adults only.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle (750 ml) fruity red wine
- 1 orange, sliced, plus a strip of peel
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 cloves
- 2 star anise
- 3 tbsp sugar or honey, to taste
- 50 ml brandy (optional)
Method
- Put the wine, orange, orange peel, cinnamon, cloves, star anise and sugar in a large pan.
- Heat gently over low heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Do not let it boil.
- Keep it below a simmer for 20 to 30 minutes so the spices can infuse.
- Add the brandy, if using, and taste, adding more sugar if needed.
- Strain into heatproof glasses and serve warm.
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