Mulled Wine

 

• 6 oz dry red wine (e.g. Cabernet, Merlot)
• 0.75 oz brandy (or orange liqueur)
• 1 orange slice (or a few rounds) — plus optional extra citrus for garnish
• Spices: 1 cinnamon stick, 2–3 whole cloves, 1 star anise (optional)
• Sweetener: 1–2 tbsp sugar, honey, or maple syrup (≈ 0.5–1 oz), to taste

Gently warm/mull: heat slowly (don’t boil), then strain into a mug.