Traditional Mulled Wine in the Crock Pot

• red wine, medium to full bodied↗1 1⁄2 liters
• lemons, cut up↗2
• oranges, cut up↗2
• nutmeg, to taste (freshly grated)↗1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon
• cloves, to taste6 -8 cloves
• brandy (or to taste)↗1 ounce
• white sugar (optional)↗1 cup
• herbal tea, depending on taste (or citrus influenced tea, (or more)↗3 cups
• large cinnamon sticks↗4

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Make the tea. Let it steep and cool slightly. Add to crock pot. (I added about 4 cups).

2. 2

   Cut the lemons and oranges into slices. Add the red wine. Add the brandy (cognac could be substituted).

3. 3

   Add sugar to taste.

4. 4

   Add cinnamon sticks and cloves.

5. 5

   Heat in the crock pot for approximately 3 hours, or until warmed. (I was turning the pot on/off when the wine got too hot/cold during the evening).

6. 6

   Note: Never let the wine mixture boil, or it will spoil. I used home made wine that our friend had given us. I used Ginger Tea, but any herbal tea could be used ~ or ~ for a different taste, use orange or pineapple juice.