The festive season is finally here and there's nothing quite like cozying up next to the heater (or if you're lucky enough, by the fireplace!) and sipping on a warm cup of mulled wine to celebrate the end of a (very!) long and challenging year. Fancy brewing your own? Try this simple, perfectly spiced recipe 🍷👌🏼

Serves: 10 glasses

Preparation time: 1h05

Ingredients:

• 750 ml red wine
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 3whole cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 2 whole star anise pods
• Peel of 1/2 organic orange

Method:

• Add all the ingredients to a large pot
• Let it simmer on medium-to-low for 1 hour and cover
• Reduce the heat to a lower heat
• Serve in heatproof glasses and garnish with additional orange peel, or cinnamon sticks if desired

Cheers!

Tip:  Don’t forget to store your bottle of red in the Swag Carry Bag when heading out this festive season 🍷