Mulled White Wine Citrus Spice (Print-Friendly Format)
White wine simmered with citrus, honey, and warming spices for a festive, aromatic beverage.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Fresh Produce
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1 apple, sliced into rounds
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1 orange, sliced into rounds
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0.5 lemon, sliced into rounds (optional, adjust for milder citrus flavor)
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1 orange, juiced
→ Spices
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2 cinnamon sticks
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6 whole cloves
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3 cardamom pods
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2 star anise
→ Liquids and Sweeteners
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750 ml dry white wine (preferably unoaked and slightly fruity)
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60 ml rum
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60 ml honey or maple syrup
# How to Make It:
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Place all sliced fruit, spices, white wine, rum, honey or maple syrup, and orange juice into a medium, non-reactive saucepan.
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Set saucepan over medium-low heat and bring mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not allow to boil to preserve the alcohol content.
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Maintain a gentle simmer for 15–30 minutes, adjusting the duration based on preferred spice intensity. Keep warm on low heat for up to 1 hour if preparing in advance, but do not simmer excessively to avoid bitterness.
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Taste and modify the sweetness with additional honey or maple syrup as needed.
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Pour warm mulled wine into heat-resistant mugs or glasses. Garnish with extra fruit slices and whole spices for presentation if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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Use an unoaked, slightly fruity white wine for best results; oaked Chardonnay can impart bitterness when heated.
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Introduce lemon and other citrus slices toward the end of simmering to prevent excessive bitterness.
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Do not simmer for extended periods. White wine is delicate and can develop harsh flavors if overcooked.
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Pairs excellently with festive desserts or holiday pastries.