Vin Chaud

By Stephanie Marshall

When the weather gets too chilly to sip on your favorite beer, vin chaud will give you the warm, boozy buzz you're craving. This hot mulled wine, a wintertime staple in Europe, is made by simmering red wine and fragrant spices. Bonus: the cheaper the wine, the better.

Total Time: 15 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients: 
1 bottle red wine
Zest of one orange
2 cinnamon sticks, broken
5 cloves, whole
2 tablespoons sugar
¼ teaspoon nutmeg

Directions: 
1. Add all ingredients to a large saucepan and bring to a simmer. Do not allow the wine to boil.
2. Stir lightly until sugar is dissolved and spices are infused, about 10-15 minutes.
3. Remove from heat and enjoy warm.

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