Best 5 Mulled Merlot Recipes

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Mulled merlot is a traditional hot wine drink that is perfect for enjoying on a cold winter's day. It is a comforting and flavorful beverage that is sure to warm you up from the inside out. With just a few simple ingredients, you can easily make your own mulled merlot at home.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MULLED MERLOT



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This mulled wine recipe is sure to warm up your holiday guests! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h10m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 cinnamon sticks (3 inches each)
4 whole cloves
2 bottles (750 ml each) merlot
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange juice
1/2 cup brandy
1 medium orange, thinly sliced
Optional: Orange wedges and cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Place cinnamon sticks and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with string to form a bag., In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the wine, sugar, orange juice, brandy and orange slices. Add spice bag. Cover and cook on high for 1 hour or until heated through. Discard spice bag and orange slices. Serve warm; if desired, garnish with orange wedges and additional cinnamon sticks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 4mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

MULLED WINE RECIPE



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Provided by Just Wines

Categories     Drinks

Time 20m

Yield 8 Peoplw

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 Bottle 750ml bottle dry red wine
1/4 Cup Honey or caster sugar/ superfine sugar
1 Orange (Evenly cut into slices )
1 Cinnamon stick
7 Cloves
1/2 Nutmeg
1 Star anise

Steps:

  • Grate the nutmeg into a large saucepan. Pour in the honey/ caster sugar, and add the cinnamon stick and the cloves. Now, just add enough wine for the sweetener to dissolve in. Place over a low heat.
  • Stir with a spatula until the honey/ superfine sugar dissolves. Once the sugar has dissolved (and hence there is no danger of it caramelising), increase the heat to medium and let the contents of the pan turn syrupy. We didn't add all the wine in one go, which is unlike a vast majority of recipes over the internet. This is because cooking the wine for long results in a substantial amount of alcohol burning off.
  • Once the sweetener and wine in the pan have turned into a thick reduction, pour in the remainder of the wine. Gently stir with a spatula and add the orange slices, along with the star anise.
  • Continue to cook on gentle heat until the wine is warm. Then ladle into heatproof glasses and serve.

MULLED WINE



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This mulled wine is soothing and satisfying with a delightful blend of spices warmed to perfection. Refrigerating the wine mixture overnight allows the flavors to blend, so don't omit this essential step. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 45m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 bottle (750 ml) fruity red wine
1 cup brandy
1 cup sugar
1 medium orange, sliced
1 medium lemon, sliced
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
1/2 teaspoon aniseed
1/2 teaspoon whole peppercorns
3 whole cloves
Optional garnishes: Orange slices, star anise and additional cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place remaining spices on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose spices; tie securely with string. Place in pan., Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat; simmer gently, covered, 20 minutes. Transfer to a covered container; cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Strain wine mixture into a large saucepan, discarding fruit and spice bag; reheat. Serve warm. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 10mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (41g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

COZY MULLED WINE



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Feel all warm and fuzzy this season with this satisfying treat! Quick and easy too! Ladle into glass or mug, trying not to get the seasonings in it, and drink up!

Provided by brittmichelle

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Mulled Wine Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (750 milliliter) bottle red wine (such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, or Merlot)
1 orange, peeled and sliced
⅔ cup honey
¼ cup brandy
3 cinnamon sticks
8 whole cloves, or more to taste
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Steps:

  • Combine red wine, orange slices, honey, brandy, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and ginger in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until wine is steaming, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.9 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 10.3 mg, Sugar 31.7 g

MULLED MERLOT



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Time 12m

Yield 4 5o 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 2

1 bottle Merlot
Store bought mulling spices

Steps:

  • Pour 1 bottle Merlot and mulling spices into a medium heavy saucepot. Stir with a wooden spoon. Heat wine over low heat until warm and spices have infused. Ladle wine into heat-proof wine glasses.

Tips:

  • Choose a good quality Merlot wine that is full-bodied and has a fruity flavor. Avoid using cheap or low-quality wines, as they will not produce a good mulled wine.
  • Use fresh oranges and lemons. The citrus fruits add a bright, refreshing flavor to the mulled wine. Avoid using bottled or concentrated juices, as they will not provide the same flavor.
  • Add spices to taste. The traditional spices used in mulled wine are cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. However, you can also add other spices that you like, such as ginger, star anise, or cardamom.
  • Sweeten the mulled wine to taste. You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup. Start with a small amount of sweetener and add more to taste.
  • Serve the mulled wine hot. Mulled wine is best served hot, so make sure to heat it through before serving. You can serve it in mugs or glasses.

Conclusion:

Mulled Merlot is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for enjoying during the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. Whether you like it sweet, spicy, or fruity, there is a mulled Merlot recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a warm and comforting drink, give mulled Merlot a try.

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