Gordon's Festive Mulled Wine

Gordon Ramsay's mulled wine is a delightful blend of red wine, ruby port, and a medley of warm spices, perfect for the holiday season. Infused with star anise, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and bay leaves, this mulled wine exudes a festive aroma and flavor. The addition of ruby port and fresh orange segments adds depth and a citrusy lift to this classic Christmas beverage. Whether enjoyed with a holiday feast or by the fireside, Gordon's Festive Mulled Wine is sure to bring warmth and cheer to any gathering.

Gordon's Festive Mulled Wine

A festive mulled wine with red wine, ruby port, warm spices, and citrus notes, perfect for the holiday season.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 4.20 oz Red wine (good quality)
  • 0.80 oz Ruby Port
  • 0.60 oz Soft Brown Sugar
  • 1-2 Star Anise
  • 1/4 tsp Cloves
  • 1-2 Bay Leaves
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick (broken in half)
  • 1 Fresh ginger (thumb-sized piece)
  • 1 Orange (cut into segments)

Instructions

  1. In a large pan over low heat, combine the red wine and ruby port.
  2. Add the brown sugar and allow it to fully dissolve in the pan.
  3. Add the star anise, cloves, bay leaves, and cinnamon to the pan.
  4. Place the piece of fresh ginger into the pan and let the wine warm through for 5 minutes, ensuring it does not boil.
  5. Transfer the warm mulled wine into heat-proof glasses and serve. Alternatively, allow the wine to sit for two hours to let the flavors of the spices infuse, then reheat before serving.