“Mulled Wine” (Alcohol-Free) Recipe

Serves: 4-8 servings depending on mugs

Prep time: 5 mins + simmer time

Ingredients:

•  4 cups dark red juice, like tart cherry (*see notes below for more tips)
•  5 cinnamon sticks
•  3 slices of fresh ginger
•  1 tsp whole cloves
•  3 star anise 
•  3 orange slices
•  1 tsp cardamom seeds
•  1 tsp vanilla extract
•  2 Tbsp maple syrup

Steps:

1. Put everything in a pot and simmer, covered, on low for 15-20 mins.
2. Strain the mulled juice through a fine mesh strainer and return to heat to keep warm.
3. Adjust sweetness as desired, then serve warm in a mug with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick or star anise for garnish.