Deaseys Road Shiraz Mulled Wine
Recipe Date:
June 2, 2024
Serving Size:
5
Prep Time:
10 Minutes
Cook Time:
25 Minutes
Difficulty:
Easy
Measurements:
Metric
Warm up your evenings with this delightful classic winter beverage featuring our very own 2022 Deaseys Road Shiraz.
This mulled wine infuses rich, robust flavours with aromatic spices and a touch of sweetness.
A beverage perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle of Hart & Hunter 2022 Deaseys Road Shiraz
- 1 orange, sliced
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 3 star anise
- tsp cardamon pods
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar (adjust to taste)
- fresh, tinned or jared cherries for garnish ( optional)
- 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary ( optional)
- 1/4 cup brandy ( optional)
- 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar ( optional)
Directions
Prepare Ingredients
- Slice the orange and measure out all your spices.
Combine Ingredients
- In a large pot, combine your Hart & Hunter 2022 Deaseys Road Shiraz, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, cardamon pods and star anise.
- Add honey or sugar, apple cider vinegar and brandy (if using)
- For a unique twist, add rosemary sprigs.
Heat the Mixture
- Place the pot over medium heat.
- Heat until just below a simmer, making sure not to boil, for about 20-25 minutes. This allows the flavours to meld together.
Taste and Adjust
- Taste your mulled wine and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or sugar.
- Remove from heat and let it sit for a few minutes to further develop flavours.
Strain and Enjoy
- Strain the mulled wine to remove spices and fruit slices.
- Pour into mugs or heatproof glasses.
- Garnish with fresh cherries, or a sprig of rosemary if desired.
- Serve warm.
For an extra aromatic touch, rim the glasses with a mix of sugar and cinnamon before serving.
This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger gatherings.