Use with mulled wine instead of red wine for an even more wintery taste and don't forget the gin - we used Hortus Original London Dry Gin, £15.99, from Lidl. With thanks to Lidl and Paperchase.

Just as the spirits in mulled wine can be switched out and adjusted, so can the spices and aromatics. The classic seasonings for a mulled wine infusion are cinnamon stick, star anise, and cloves.

The spices There’s a really fun mix-and-match element to choosing the spices for your mulled wine. Ultimately, the ideal combination is whatever tastes the best to you.

Although mulled wine is a staple of contemporary Christmas celebrations throughout Europe, and the customs and recipes may differ somewhat, the celebratory nature of the warm, spiced (usually) red ...

Usually, mulled wine is made from red wine, although sometimes white, sweetened and simmered with citrus peels and a medley of warming spices.

Mulled wine, or hot wine, is exactly what it sounds like. Traditionally, red wine is slow cooked with fruits, sugar, liquor and mulling spices, which include many of the spices you might find in ...

You’ll be able to measure the perfect portion of spices to make mulled wine with a set of measuring spoons. KitchenAid’s Classic set includes five nesting spoons that are made of durable, BPA ...

How to 1Cut an 8-inch square of muslin or cheesecloth and place your spices in the center. Using whole spices instead of ground ones will keep the mulled wine clear instead of cloudy as it simmers.

Also in Denver, Sienna Wine Bar has been serving mulled wine since Nov. 3. And in Palisade, St. Kathryn Cellars serves mulled wine onsite, as well as bottles and spice blends to-go.

A classic mulled wine for me consists of a cheap, extracted and full red wine, clove, cinnamon, star anise, nutmeg, a touch of honey, brandy, and an orange slice to garnish when served.