Shelly's Recipe

CITRUS MULLED WINE

Category: Beverages and Cocktails

1 c water
1/3 c honey
1 tsp whole cloves
1/2 whole nutmeg, cracked
8 3-inch cinnamon sticks, divided
8 whole allspice
2 whole star anise
1 orange, sliced crosswise
1 lemon, sliced crosswise
2 bottles dry red wine
7 slices orange, sliced crosswise

In small saucepan, combine the water, honey, cloves, nutmeg, 1 cinnamon stick, allspice, star anise, lemon and orange. Bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Then allow to cool and strain. (The can be made up to a week ahead, if kept covered in the refrigerator).

In a large saucepan, combine the sugar mixture and the red wine and heat until steaming. Do not let it boil. Serve in mugs with a garnish of cinnamon stick and a slice of orange.