Clare Andrews

Slow Cooker Mulled Wine

The scrumptious aroma of this winter warmer filling the house is an important part of Christmas for me! This festive slow cooker mulled wine is so perfect if you are entertaining because it is so easy to prepare. Your guests will love it and I bet they will ask you for the recipe. Whenever you are running low, simply add another bottle of wine and another shot of brandy! Just replace the lid of the slow cooker for a while as it warms up. You can find this simple recipe on page 183 of The Ultimate Slow Cooker Cookbook.

This easy slow cooked spiced mulled wine recipe can be made while you get on with wrapping gifts, entertaining your party guests or decorating the house. So all you need are a few bottles of red wine, a handful of festive spices and some citrus fruit. Slow cooked mulled wine is infused with festive spices and fresh orange. It offers such a warm, aromatic blend perfect for Christmas gatherings with friends or family. Serve this mulled wine for a crowd with ease this Christmas with this simple recipe that uses a slow cooker to keep it warm while serving.

PREP 5 minutes

COOK 3 hours on low

SERVES 12 to 14 people

KIT you will need a slow cooker

Ingredients for slow cooker mulled wine

3 bottles of red wine (a fruity red like Merlot, Pinot Noir, Pinot Grigio or Grenache works best)

2 shots of brandy

The peel of 1 large orange, plus extra for serving

10 cloves

2 cinnamon sticks

2 tablespoon of maple syrup

a handful of fresh cranberries

Method

So simply combine all of the ingredients in your slow cooker and stir well. Then cook on low for at least 3 hours, or as long as you need. Keep the lid of your slow cooker closed until you are ready to serve.

Then serve your mulled wine in heatproof glasses, with a slice of orange peel on the rim. You can even keep your mulled wine warm in the slow cooker whilst you serve your guests.

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If you love this slow cooked mulled wine, you might also like my festive slow cooker baked apples recipe.

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