@eirrann.eth

Currently enjoying the surprisingly restorative properties of mulled wine, which turns out to be unexpectedly nice when fighting off a cold. The instructions below are based on a traditional English recipe, with a couple personal adjustments recommended by the British friend who shared it with me. Ingredients: • 2 × 750ml bottles medium to full-bodied red wine • 1 whole orange, studded with cloves • 4 oranges, sliced • 2 cinnamon sticks • 8 tbsp granulated sugar • 1 whole nutmeg, for grating (I actually just put 3 whole non-grated nutmegs in the pot instead) • 2 tbsp brandy (I use 4 tbsp) • 1.2 liters water Method: Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar fully dissolves. Bring to a bare simmer and keep it there for at least 20 minutes; do not boil, or you’ll lose the alcohol. Can be made ahead and reheated gently before serving. Serve hot in mugs or sturdy wine glasses.

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