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Court Intrigue Spiced Mulled Wine

Name: Court Intrigue Spiced Mulled Wine
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1 bottle red wine; 1 orange, sliced; 1/4 cup honey; 5 whole cloves; 2 cinnamon sticks; 2 star anise; 1/4 cup brandy (optional)

This mulled wine reflects the courtly intrigues and layered mysteries present in the protagonist's journey, with spices symbolizing the complexity and depth of her quest.

Prep: 15 minutesCook: 25 minutesServes 8 servingsEasy

Ingredients

1 bottle red wine
1 orange, sliced
1/4 cup honey
5 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
2 star anise
1/4 cup brandy (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine wine, orange slices, honey, cloves, cinnamon, and star anise in a pot.
2
Heat gently, ensuring it does not boil, for 20-25 minutes.
3
Add brandy if using, and heat for an additional 5 minutes.
4
Strain and serve warm.