Authentic German Mulled Wine (Glühwein) Recipe

Step 1

Juice the oranges. Zest the oranges if you don't have lemons.

Step 2

Add the red wine, lemon (or orange) zest, sugar, cinnamon sticks, star anise and orange juice to one pot and stir well.

Step 3

Bring to a simmer on a very low heat until the wine begins to foam a little.

Step 4

Put a lid on top and simmer the wine gently for another 10-15 minutes.

Step 5

Add the orange liquor ,put the lid back on and turn off the stove. Let it sit for another 3-5 mins.

Step 6

Serve the wine through a colander or sieve and into heat resistant glasses.