This German version of a spiced wine (pronounced “clue wine”) used to be a staple at my house during Christmastime. We haven’t made this wine for several years, but I think this will be the year we bring it back…sounds delish and I wish I could partake!
- 4 quarts of dry red wine (you can use a cheap wine for this)
- 1 pint of brandy
- 1 cup of sugar
- 6 cinnamon sticks
- 12 whole cloves
- 1/8 tsp allspice
- 1/8 tsp mace
- 2 oranges, sliced
- 1 lemon sliced
Pour the wine into a large pot and begin heating over low heat. As it begins to warm, add sugar and spices. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Add the brandy.
Add the lemon and orange. Heat thoroughly but do not allow the wine to ever boil.
Serve hot and garnish with orange slices.
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