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Close-up of a glass mug filled with mulled wine, garnished with an orange slice and star anise. Perfect Thanksgiving drinks.

What Makes Perfect Thanksgiving Drinks? Try This

Create a memorable Thanksgiving drink that impresses your guests. This recipe offers a festive beverage with seasonal flavors and warm spices, perfect for home entertainers and busy hosts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Refrigerate 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 8 cups
Course: Holiday, Thanksgiving
Cuisine: American
Calories: 379
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Mulled Wine
  • 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 sticks (3 inches) Cinnamon sticks
  • 1/2 teaspoon Whole allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Aniseed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Whole peppercorns
  • 3 whole Cloves
Optional garnishes
  • 1 Orange slices
  • 1 Star anise
  • 1 Additional cinnamon sticks

Equipment

  • Large saucepan
  • Cheesecloth
  • String
  • Covered container

Method
 

  1. In a large saucepan, combine the red wine, brandy, sugar, sliced orange, sliced lemon, and ground nutmeg. Place the cinnamon sticks, allspice, aniseed, peppercorns, and cloves on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather the corners of the cloth to enclose the spices and tie securely with string. Place the spice bag in the saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer gently for 20 minutes. Transfer the mixture to a covered container and let it cool slightly. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
  3. The next day, strain the wine mixture into a large saucepan, discarding the fruit and spice bag. Reheat the mixture. Serve warm. Garnish with orange slices, star anise, or additional cinnamon sticks, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 379kcalCarbohydrates: 46gSodium: 10mgSugar: 41g

Notes

This recipe makes a large batch, perfect for serving at Thanksgiving gatherings. The overnight refrigeration allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

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