Christmas wine
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. This colorful Christmas wine will be happily enjoyed by all family and friends who come to congratulate you on this wonderful holiday. Add various citrus fruits and aromatic spices while preparing, and savor the vibrant flavor of the drink. The beverage is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. You can use either red or white wine. Taste the drink to determine the amount of sugar to add.
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Step 2
Blanch the lemon, orange, and tangerines with boiling water to remove the bitterness from their peel. Slice them and place the slices into a saucepan or pot. Pour in the orange juice as well.
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Step 3
Add granulated sugar and cinnamon sticks, along with cloves. If desired, you can enhance the spices with star anise, bay leaves, etc. Do not add sugar if the wine is already very sweet!
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Step 4
Pour in the wine and place the container on the stove over medium heat.
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Step 5
Warm the drink in a container to 50-60 degrees, but do not bring it to a boil to prevent the alcohol from evaporating completely. It is important to just warm it—spices release their aroma and flavor better into the hot liquid.
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Step 6
Pour the Christmas wine into a decanter or jug and serve it warm, so it warms you up from the very first sip!