How to make warm wine for winter?

The food of the December season never disappoints, whether local or foreign, as just as we crave punch, atoles, or hot chocolate here, we can adopt the delicious hot wine from Europe, known as spiced wine or mulled wine.Its origin can be traced back to Rome in the 2nd century, when the Romans traveled across the continent while conquering much of it and trading with the rest of Europe. This is how the legions brought wine and viticulture, along with their recipes.Today, spiced wine is sold in European markets during the winter season, and you can find it in France, Germany, or even Spain, and now it is increasingly prepared in other parts of the world, like the United States, as it has a very simple recipe that is easy to make.No matter where you are, we assure you that making this hot wine recipe will be a success and will be perfect to share with family and friends. Try this recipe and feel free to make your own blends to achieve the perfect balance of spices, sweetness, and warmth.Mulled wine or spiced hot wineThe traditional recipe for hot wine consists of wine (usually red) that is heated with a mixture of spices, in addition to optional ingredients such as apple cider and citrus fruits, and optional (and special) additions like brandy.The best wine for making mulled wine or hot wine is a dry, full-bodied wine like a cabernet sauvignon or shiraz, as these types of wine will withstand the other flavors and ensure that the spiced wine is not too sweet. On the other hand, since we will be adding various flavors, it is best to use an inexpensive bottle.To make it you will need:Red wineCiderHoneyOrangeSpices such as cinnamon, star anise, cloves, and cardamomBrandyTo make it, first pour the wine into a large pot and heat it gently. Add the whole spices and avoid using ground or powdered spices as much as possible, as if you do, they will float in the wine. Add the apple cider, sliced orange, and keep it simmering to allow the spices to infuse the wine and the other ingredients to meld into a unique and delicious drink until it boils. The brandy, which is optional, is added at the end if desired.When serving, you can garnish it with a cinnamon stick and slices of apple or orange, and you're done.