Brazilian recipe
Classic Mulled Wine (Vinho quente)
Warm up your evening with this traditional spiced drink made with red wine and blackcurrant syrup. It's the ultimate comfort for chilly nights.
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Ingredients
1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
200 ml blackcurrant syrup
200 ml water
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
200 ml blackcurrant syrup
200 ml water
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find dry red wine and spices in the alcohol and baking aisles of any major Canadian supermarket chain. For the blackcurrant syrup, check the international or juice aisles of local grocery stores, or substitute with high-quality blackcurrant cordial if unavailable.
Preparation method
- In a medium saucepan, bring the water, cloves, and cinnamon sticks to a boil.
- Pour the red wine and the blackcurrant syrup into the saucepan.
- Keep the mixture over low heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Observations
Vinho quente is a staple beverage in Brazilian culinary culture, especially beloved during winter celebrations like the Festa Junina. This drink balances the robust body of red wine with the sweet, deep notes of blackcurrant, infused with classic warming spices.
The preparation is straightforward, designed to extract the most aromatics while keeping the process simple. It serves as a perfect centerpiece for small gatherings or a cozy night in, offering a fragrant, soul-warming experience that is quintessentially Brazilian.
The preparation is straightforward, designed to extract the most aromatics while keeping the process simple. It serves as a perfect centerpiece for small gatherings or a cozy night in, offering a fragrant, soul-warming experience that is quintessentially Brazilian.
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