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H. Joseph Ehrmann
For unexpected guests, throw together the classic Last-Minute Mulled Wine with ingredients you probably have in the pantry. When unexpected guests arrive at the door, there’s no easier party punch than Last-Minute Mulled Wine. Got a bottle of red wine lying around? Spike it with warm pantry spices like cinnamon and star anise, then amp up the flavor even further with a splash of bourbon or brandy. That’s how you capture the holidays in a mug.
Ingredients
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1 bottle fruity red wine (such as beaujolais or syrah)
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4 ounces bourbon or brandy
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2 teaspoons sugar
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4 star anise pods
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2 long strips lemon peel or orange peel
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Garnish: 6 cinnamon sticks
Steps
Serves 6.
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Add the red wine, bourbon or brandy, sugar, star anise pods and lemon or orange peels into a small saucepan, and heat over low heat until warm, but do not allow to boil.
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Remove from heat and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes.
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Divide between six mugs or punch cups.
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Garnish each drink with a cinnamon stick.