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VIN BRÛLÉ (ITALIAN MULLED WINE)
notes Feel free to double the recipe or scale any of these ingredients up or down to suit your taste.
| SERVINGS: 6 TO 8 | PREP TIME: 15 MINUTES | COOK TIME: 15 TO 20 MINUTES | CALORIES PER SERVING: APPROX. 170 TO 220
VIN BRÛLÉ IS ITALY’S VERSION OF MULLED WINE, combining red wine with citrus, warming spices and optional fortified spirits for a rich, aromatic winter drink. Orange, lemon, cinnamon, star anise and herbs infuse the wine with layers of flavour, while honey adds a subtle sweetness. Traditionally served warm during the colder months, this festive beverage is ideal for holiday gatherings and outdoor celebrations.
CRUSHED INGREDIENTS: 1 star anise 1 bay leaf 1 pinch rosemary 1 pinch crushed peppercorn 1 pinch thyme 1 pinch red pepper 1 pinch fennel seeds 1 pinch cloves 1 pinch nutmeg NON-CRUSHED INGREDIENTS: 1 bottle Italian red wine 1 orange 1 lemon 1 tbsp honey 1 tsp vanilla 1 stick cinnamon 4 figs (optional) 100 ml limoncello (optional) 50 ml sweet vermouth (optional) 50 ml bourbon, brandy or cognac (optional) EQUIPMENT: Stockpot Mortar and pestle
INSTRUCTIONS: 1. Pour wine into stockpot and turn to medium-high heat. 2. Crush all “crushed ingredients” using the mortar and pestle. Set aside. 3. Peel and juice orange and lemon. Remove and discard the white pith from the peels, then add the peels and juice to the wine. 4. When the wine is simmering, immediately reduce to low heat. Add the crushed ingredients and all remaining ingredients. 5. Cook on low for at least 15 minutes to infuse the flavours. Make sure to keep on low so the wine stays warm and continues to infuse but does not boil or cook off the alcohol.
SAVOUR MANITOBA | FALL 2026 | 49
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