Brazilian recipe
Classic mulled wine (Vinho quente)
Craft a cozy, aromatic mulled wine using dry red wine, blackcurrant syrup, and warm spices. An essential warmer for chilly evenings.
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Ingredients
1 bottle (750 ml) dry red wine
200 ml blackcurrant syrup (groselha)
200 ml water
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
200 ml blackcurrant syrup (groselha)
200 ml water
Cloves to taste
Cinnamon sticks to taste
Where to find ingredients
You can find dry red wine and spices in the beverage and baking aisles of local markets. Blackcurrant syrup (groselha) may require a visit to a specialty food shop or international grocery section, as it is a specific cultural ingredient; as a substitute, you could use a high-quality blackcurrant cordial or berry syrup.
Preparation method
- In a saucepan, bring the water, cloves, and cinnamon sticks to a boil.
- Pour the red wine and blackcurrant syrup into the pan.
- Keep the mixture over low heat until it just begins to simmer.
- Serve warm.
Observations
Vinho quente is a classic Brazilian beverage, widely beloved at June festivals (festas juninas) and throughout the winter season. The preparation is wonderfully straightforward, yielding a comforting, fragrant, and flavorful drink that warms both the body and the spirit.
This recipe prioritizes simplicity, relying on accessible ingredients to deliver a rich, spiced result in just a few steps. It is the perfect choice for gathering friends and family or simply for winding down during a cold night.
This recipe prioritizes simplicity, relying on accessible ingredients to deliver a rich, spiced result in just a few steps. It is the perfect choice for gathering friends and family or simply for winding down during a cold night.
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