Heya /ck/. I was planning on making some mulled wine to give as gifts this holiday season. I have never made any before and noticed there are many different variations. So I was wondering if you guys had any tips or recipes you'd like to share?
I like to mix apple cider and wine, add some honey, citrus peel (usually a mix of lemon and orange peel) and some of the citrus juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, cardamom and simmer on low for like 10-20 mins.
>>7190343
I like the idea of using honey a lot more than just granulated sugar. Do you have a specific wine you prefer to use?
>>7190447
Not really, usually a lighter red like cabernet sauvignon but I've also used zinfandel and pino grigio. I've made it with merlot and shiraz before too but those tend to be a bit stronger and some people don't care for it.
I also don't go for anything too expensive since it'll be flavored, usually stuff around $8-10/bottle at most.
>>7190343
This.
Except axe the cider and add some vodka or brandy to up the gravity.
