Easy Rose Mulled Wine Recipe (2024)

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Mulled wine is one of my favourite Christmas drinks. Speciality hot chocolates are great, but they just can't stand up to mulled wine, you know? Maybe it's because I associate mulled wine with wandering around chilly Christmas markets, looking for odd little trinkets that I think are adorable but the people I'm going to give them to think arepointless, but mulled wine just feels incredibly festive whenever I pour it.

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But did you know that you don't have to use red wine to make mulled wine? Even though I love, love, love rose wine and white wine, I've never been a fan of red wine. The only way I'll drink the stuff is if it's made into mulledwine, sangria or mixed with co*ke. Yeah, the whole red wine and co*ke thing is beyond weird but it's pretty normal in the Canary Islands.

Anyway, since I'm not a big fan of red wine, it's not often we have a bottle of the stuff in the cupboards. So when a mulled wine craving hit and there was no red wine in sight, I took to the internet to look up how to make mulled wine with different types of wine. And you know what? It's super easy to do!

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You can make rose mulled wine in the same way as you'd make ordinary red wine mulled wine. That's why this simple mulled wine recipe is based on my vodka-spiked mulled wine recipe, which is also amazing, just so you know. So if you want to impress friends or family at your next Christmas party or you just want to look pretty gourmet the next time you have people round, you need to pull out this easy mulled wine recipe!

It only takes 30 minutes to make this mulled rose wine from start to finish and you can serve it straight away. Second thought, best give it five minutes or so after you take it off the heat so you don't burn your mouth. The flavours do get more enhanced the longer you leave the rose mulled wine to sit, so if you're going for maximum flavour, you're best off making this wine five days in advance and storing it in the fridge.

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Rose Mulled Wine

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 6 glasses

Ingredients

  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 4 cloves whole
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 vanilla pod halved lengthways
  • 1 bottle/750ml rose wine

Instructions

  • Place the cinnamon stick, ground nutmeg, whole cloves and brown sugar into a large saucepan over a medium heat. Stir frequently for about 5 minutes, until the sugar is fully melted. Sugar burns incredibly easy, so make sure you keep an eye on it.

  • When the sugar has melted, add in the vanilla pod and rose wine. The sugar will solidify at the bottom of the pan, but this is totally normal. Just carry on stirring and the hardened sugar will eventually melt down again.

  • When the sugar has melted for the second time, leave the saucepan to simmer for about 15 minutes, to give the flavours time to infuse.

  • Remove the saucepan from the heat and pour the contents through a sieve into a serving jug.

  • Serve immediately or wait until the wine has cooled to room temperature, cover with plastic wrap and store in the fridge. Enjoy warm or cold - whichever way you prefer!

Notes

The longer you leave the flavours to infuse, the better the mulled wine will taste. So if you can prepare in advance, it's worth making this five days before you want to drink it.

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  1. Laura

    Nom! That sounds delish - will def be giving it a try. And might attempt red wine and co*ke too - why not? 😉 Thanks for sharing 🙂 #magicmoments

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    • Nicola Quinn

      Thanks so much for the kind words, Laura! The red wine and co*ke mix is better than it sounds!

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  2. Wynne

    Thanks for the recipe! I was stuck at home during a snow storm with no red wine and gave this a try. I really like the addition of the nutmeg and vanilla, though I think my vanilla bean was too strong and I would only use 1/4 another time.

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Easy Rose Mulled Wine Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How to you make rosé wine? ›

The most common method of production, maceration, involves using red grapes to make rosé. The red wine grapes are harvested, brought into the winery, and crushed to release their juices. The crushed red grapes are then macerated, or soaked, for a limited period of time to allow the grape skins to influence the juice.

How long to cook off alcohol in mulled wine? ›

In short, yes, some of the alcohol burns off when boiling mulled wine, but you should only be gently bringing up to the boil and simmering for around 15-30 minutes which isn't enough time to completely remove all alcohol traces.

Does mulling wine make it less alcoholic? ›

The heat used in mulling encourages greater flavours from the citrus and the spices but also reduces the alcohol content, hence the common addition of a slug of spirit or liqueur just before serving.

How do you keep the alcohol in mulled wine? ›

How to prepare mulled wine without losing the alcohol - Quora. First, you just want to heat it up enough to have the spices integrate with the flavor of the wine so keep it on low whether you are using the stove or a crockpot. Second, use the lid.

What are the basics of rosé wine? ›

Pink wine happily spans the colorspace between red and white wine, in a way, rosé is more like a state of mind. Rosé happens when the skins of red grapes touch wine for only a short time. Where some red wines ferment for weeks at a time on red grape skins, rosé wines are stained red for just a few hours.

Which wine is best for mulled wine? ›

The best wines for mulled wine are richly fruity, medium-bodied ones with little oak aging, because these stand up to the bold sweetness and spice of the hot drink without tasting too tannic. For example, try a Chilean Merlot, a Zinfandel from California or a Grenache from Spain.

Can you cook mulled wine for too long? ›

One important thing to remember when making your mulled wine – don't boil or heat it for too long! You'll cook off all the alcohol and be left with tasty but boozeless mulled grape juice.

Why should you not boil mulled wine? ›

You need to infuse the wine long enough with the spices to take on their flavour but DON'T ON ANY ACCOUNT LET THE MIXTURE BOIL as you'll be left with a bitter taste. Slow and low is the way to go. And it shouldn't be served piping hot, just comfortably - and comfortingly - warm.

Can Muslims drink mulled wine? ›

Muslim are prohibited to take khamr (liquor). Meaning the intoxicating substances from the fermentation process which consists of alcohol, sugar and water. The liquor is considered as Najs. So any food that in contact of liquor is HARAM.

Why is mulled wine healthy? ›

When combined with cinnamon in particular, mulled wine becomes a powerhouse of goodness. Let us explain… Cinnamon, a key spice in mulled wine, is renowned for its antioxidant properties. It contains high levels of polyphenols, which help combat oxidative stress, reducing the risk of chronic diseases.

What is the point of mulled wine? ›

What exactly is mulled wine? The word “mull” means to “to heat, sweeten, and flavor (a beverage, such as wine or cider) with spices,” according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Indeed, mulled wine, or spiced wine, is served and enjoyed while hot, making it a perfect drink for the holidays.

How much of the alcohol is boiled off in mulled wine? ›

But fear not, hot cider, hot toddy, and mulled wine lovers: Around 85 percent of your beloved alcohol will survive the heating process.

When you boil mulled wine does the alcohol evaporate? ›

Yes. If you bring the wine to a boil, the ethanol will distill out of the pan first.

How long does homemade mulled wine last? ›

Just follow the directions for your favorite recipe and let the wine simmer with spices until it's deeply infused. Then let the mulled wine cool at room temperature, transfer it to an airtight container, and store it in the fridge — it will keep well there for up to three days.

How is rosé wine made pink? ›

All grape juice is white – from both red and white grapes – and the only thing that gives wine its colour – is the skin. So, a rosé wine is made just like a white wine, but from red grapes, and the colour from the skin of these wines is what gives the finished wine its pink hue.

How is rosé different from wine? ›

Rosé wine is actually made using the same process as red wine as red grapes are used to create it. However, as the color comes from the skin, the macerating process where the skin is left to soak is shortened so that the wine can become its signature pink color.

How long does it take to make a rosé wine? ›

Rosés can be produced in a variety of ways with the most common method being early pressing of red grape varieties after a very short period, usually 12–24 hours, of skin-contact (maceration).

What yeast is best for rosé wine? ›

LEVURE IOC B 2000. The IOC B 2000 strain facilitates the aromatic fruity expression of white and rosé musts. It is suitable for making fresh, aromatic wines. It is used to obtain different aromatic profiles depending on the fermentation temperature and so combine fermentation and varietal notes harmoniously.

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