Step 1

Pour the cranberry juice, red grape and water into a medium sized saucepan on medium heat

Step 2

Then add the slices of orange, lemon along with the spices - cardamom pods, star anise, cinnamon sticks, cloves and nutmeg.

Step 3

Bring to the boil then reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan and simmer for 15 minutes.

Step 4

During the time do a taste test to determine how much sweetness you desire.

Step 5

After the given time remove the saucepan from the stove and leave to steep for another 15 minutes

Step 6

Use a sieve/muslin cloth to strain the excess spices and fruit.

Step 7

Squeeze half the orange over the ready made mulled wine if including then stir

Step 8

Serve warm (re-heated strained if needed) in heat proof glasses

Step 9

Add the orange, lemon slices along with the spices - star anise, cardamom pods, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg and cloves to the stainless steel inner pot.

Step 10

Pour in the grape juice, cranberry juice and water.Secure the lid and turn the knob to the "sealling" position.

Step 11

Pressure cook on "high" for 5 minutes. Once finished allow the pressure to release for about 10 minutes then do a quick release afterwards.

Step 12

Use a slotted spoon/small mesh strainer to remove the fruit slices and spices.

Step 13

Stir in your sweetener to taste and squeeze in half an orange.

Step 14

Serve warm or alternatively select the "keep warm" function to keep the mulled wine warm until ready to serve.

Step 15

Add all of the ingredients to your slow cooker.

Step 16

Switch on the unit and select "low" and set for 60-90 minutes.

Step 17

Use a slotted spoon/small mesh strainer to remove the fruit and spices.

Step 18

Stir in the sweetener to taste and squeeze in the half an orange.

Step 19

Once the drink is done, keep the crock pot in "keep warm" mode until you are ready to serve.