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    Published: Dec 4, 2018 · Modified: Jun 23, 2023 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 6 Comments

    Christmas Mulled Wine

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    a glass of mulled wine for Christmas
    Christmas Mulled Wine is an easy, cozy, and fun holiday drink made from chai, red wine, honey, orange juice, spices, fruit, and vanilla ice cream. It's perfect for the holidays and other wintertime entertaining events!

    A glass of mulled wine garnished for the holidays

    It's that wonderful time of the year again! As you know, food and drinks play a huge role in all the festivities! So, with that in mind, we made this holiday Christmas Mulled Wine, which is a party for your palate and your eyes.

    This warm drink, with a kiss of ice cream, screams celebration-- made easy!

    Ingredients used to make snowball mulled wine

    Our jolly winter cocktail drink is made by steeping bags of chai in boiling water...

    ...and then combining it with red wine, honey, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and a few fruits.

    Everything is simmered for about 10 minutes and then served with a scoop of ice cream. It is a fun drink, with contrasting temps and a holiday feel.

    Ice cream being place in a glass that will serve snowball mulled wine

    Right before serving is when you place a  scoop of ice cream directly into each glass, and then pour the drink over the top -- a similar concept as an affogato.

    Simmered fruits make a great garnish for the drink!

    Well, are you ready to prepare this Christmas Mulled Wine?

    HOW TO MAKE CHRISTMAS MULLED WINE

    Boil water in a medium pot, turn off the heat, and steep bags of chai for up to 5 minutes, or as directed in the package.

    Pour wine into the pot along with honey, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cranberries, apple, and orange slices.

    Simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until hot.

    making process of snowball mulled wine

    Place a scoop of ice cream into each glass, pour mulled wine over top, and garnish with fruit from the pot or with fresh pieces of fruit. Enjoy!

    Do you see? Easy peasy... and so festive and delicious.

    close up image of drink served on a platter

    It's a cocktail to brighten any holiday event or to add fun and coziness to wintertime.

    I can already picture myself along with my guests sipping this drink while sampling amazing food and listening to cheerful holiday songs.

    Ingredient Substitution

    Chai eliminates the need to add multiple spices to the simmering Christmas mulled wine mixture.

    Or, if desired, use any other spice tea of your choice (with or without caffeine). Please note that chai contains caffeine.

    several glasses of warm drink on a table display

    I hope that you enjoy this jolly season and make beautiful memories. Also, try these Swedish mulled wine and Brazilian mulled wine!

    How to Store Christmas Mulled Wine

    Store any cool leftovers in the fridge for about 2 days.

    Happy Holidays! 

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    a glass of mulled wine for Christmas

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    Christmas Mulled Wine

    This Christmas Mulled Wine is an easy and delicious holiday drink made from chai, red wine, honey, orange juice, spices, fruit, and vanilla ice cream.  It's perfect for the holidays and other wintertime entertaining events!
    Course:Drinks
    Cuisine:American
    Keywords:Christmas, cocktail, Holidays, ice cream, mulled wine
    Prep Time 12 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 22 minutes minutes
    Servings 6 people
    Calories129 kcal
    Author Denise Browning
    Cost $ 0.50 per person

    Equipment

    • 1 medium pot
    • 1 Ice cream scoop

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup water
    • 2-3 bags of chai
    • 2 cups red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or other)
    • ¼ cup honey (or more if desired)
    • ¼ cup fresh orange juice
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 1-2 star anise (optional)
    • ¼ cup frozen cranberries
    • ½ apple, sliced
    • ½ orange, sliced
    • vanilla ice cream

    Instructions

    • Boil water in a medium pot, turn of the heat, and steep bags of chai for up to 5 minutes, or as directed on the package. 
    • Pour wine into the pot along with honey, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, star anise, cranberries, apple and orange slices.
    • Simmer over medium-low heat for 10-15 minutes until hot. 
    • Place a scoop of ice cream in each glass, pour mulled wine over top, and garnish with fruit from the pot or fresh pieces of fruit. Enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    • Do you love mulled wine? Also, try our Brazilian Mulled Wine. 
    • Mulled wine typically has between 8-13 % abv. Unless you keep it simmering longer, it won't lose much alcohol content. 
    • The drink has anti-inflammatory properties due to cinnamon and the antioxidants in red wine, reducing swelling.  
    • Chai eliminates the need to add multiple spices to the simmering mixture. If desired, use any other spice tea of your choice (with or without caffeine).  

    Nutrition

    Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 145mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 20IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.6mg

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    Please note that health-focused and diet information provided on easyanddelish.com is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. Consult with your doctor or other qualified health professional prior to initiating any significant change in your diet or exercise regimen, or for any other issue necessitating medical advice.

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    1. 2pots2cook says

      December 04, 2018 at 11:30 am

      5 stars
      So good to be here 🙂 I would gladly have several glasses 🙂

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        December 04, 2018 at 6:03 pm

        Good to see you here! Cheers to you and this wonderful holiday season.

        Reply
    2. Camila says

      December 04, 2018 at 3:58 pm

      Beautiful recipe for the holiday season!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        December 04, 2018 at 6:05 pm

        Thank you Camila!I hope you have the chance to try this unique mulled wine. Wishing you and your family a very jolly season!

        Reply
    3. Deb|EastofEdenCooking says

      December 05, 2018 at 8:56 am

      So much holiday cheer in every sip! The chai spice is fab!

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        December 06, 2018 at 11:28 am

        Indeed! It is a very celebratory drink.

        Reply

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