Serves = 4
1 bottle (750ml) non-alcoholic red wine
1 large orange, sliced into rounds
2 cinnamon sticks (or 1 tsp ground cinnamon)
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
A non-alcoholic twist on classic mulled wine - a quick, warming, cozy drink made with simple pantry staples perfect for chilly winter nights!
In a medium saucepan, add the non-alcoholic red wine, orange slices, cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.
Place the saucepan over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Do not let it boil, as keeping it at a gentle simmer preserves the fruit flavours.
Turn the heat down to low. Let the mixture simmer gently for 15 to 20 minutes to allow the spices and orange to deeply infuse the liquid.
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup, if desired. Place a fine mesh sieve over a clean pot and pour the liquid through to strain out the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, and any gritty ground spice sediment. Serve warm!
Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or a strip of lemon peel alongside the orange to up the citrus flavours.
Swap oranges for sliced apples, pears, or a handful of frozen berries for different flavour combinations.
Let the mixture cool completely, strain it, and top it up with sparkling water or low-sugar ginger beer over ice for a refreshing summer mocktail!
Serves = 4
Nutrition information (per serve),
Energy (311kJ)
Protein (0.7g)
Total Fat (0.5g)
Saturated Fat (0.3g)
Carbohydrate (20g), (Starch (1.8g), Sugars (6.8g), Added sugars (0g), Free Sugars (2.5g))
Dietary Fibre (0.6g)
Sodium (14.8mg)
Calcium (7.2mg)
Iron (0mg)