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Traditional apple-pear mulled wine with orange and cinnamon

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Description

Traditional, seasonal apple-pear mulled wine is a warming drink for winter evenings, inspired by Central European traditions of mulled wines and compotes. The combination of juicy apples and pears with a lively hint of fresh ginger, spicy cinnamon, and aromatic cloves creates a drink with a complex, sweet-and-sour flavor and an enticing aroma. Served in stemmed glasses or thick mugs, garnished with a slice of orange, a cinnamon stick, and cranberries, it looks very impressive. It is perfect as a welcome drink for New Year's Eve parties, Christmas gatherings, or as a warming addition to desserts and sweet snacks.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (12)

Servings:
4
  • Water 1000 ml
  • Apple 1.7 szt.
  • Pear 1.1 szt.
  • Orange 0.8 szt.
  • Brown sugar 80 g
  • Fresh ginger 30 g
  • Lemon juice 20 ml
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Cinnamon stick 3 szt.
  • Cloves 2 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Honey 60 ml
  • Star anise (optional) 2 szt.
  • Dried cranberries 30 g
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Preparation steps

Preparing the fruits

1

Wash the apples and pear under running water with a brush to remove wax and dirt. Optionally peel the pear if the skin is tough; you can leave the apples with the skin for color. Cut the apples and pear into quarters, remove the cores, and slice into thick pieces (about 1 cm). Slice half of the orange thinly for decoration, and squeeze the juice from the other half. Prepare a plate with a lemon slice for later use.

Ingredients: Apple, Pear, Orange, Lemon juice
Use a cutting board and a sharp knife. If you want nice slices for decoration, use a citrus peeler or a very sharp knife. Remove the seeds, as they can add bitterness.

Cooking

2

Place the prepared apples and pears into a large pot (capacity of at least 2-3 l). Pour in 1000 ml of water. Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and chopped ginger. Add brown sugar. Set the pot over medium heat and heat until the liquid begins to gently simmer — watch to avoid a rapid boil.

Ingredients: Water, Apple, Pear, Cinnamon stick, Cloves, Fresh ginger, Brown sugar
Use a large pot with a thick bottom to prevent burning. A wooden spoon or silicone spatula works well for stirring. If the sugar does not dissolve, gently stir with a spoon for 1-2 minutes.

Seasoning

3

When the infusion starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes. After 10-15 minutes, gently press the fruit pieces with a wooden spoon to release their juices, but do not completely break them down — they should remain recognizable. After 20-25 minutes, taste the drink: the fruit should be soft, and the liquid aromatic and slightly sweet. If necessary, add more sugar or a teaspoon of honey, checking the flavor.

Ingredients: Apple, Pear, Brown sugar, Honey
Control the temperature — do not cook on high heat, as you will lose some of the aromas. You can tell the softness of the fruits when a fork easily goes into them.

Finishing

4

Turn off the heat and add the juice of half an orange and 20 ml of lemon juice. Cover the pot with a lid and let it sit for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the drink to cool slightly (temp. to about 70°C) — this is a safe temperature for serving hot without scalding the mouth. If you are using star anise, add it now for a milder note.

Ingredients: Orange, Lemon juice, Star anise (optional)
Use a lid and let the infusion steep for at least 10 minutes; steaming intensifies the aroma. Check the temperature with your hands over the pot (without touching the liquid) — it should be pleasantly warm, not burning.

Clarifying and serving

5

Strain the drink through a sieve into a jug or directly into mugs using a ladle. Leave the fruits and cinnamon sticks in the sieve as decoration if needed. Serve hot (about 60–70°C) in thick glass mugs or thermal glasses. Add a slice of orange, a cinnamon stick, and a few dried cranberries (optional) to each serving.

Ingredients: Orange, Cinnamon stick, Dried cranberries
Use a fine sieve or cheesecloth if you want the drink to be completely clear. For serving, stemmed glasses or heat-resistant ceramic mugs are best.

Additional tips

6

If you want a more alcoholic drink (optional), just before serving you can add 30 ml of dark rum or red wine to each portion. For a sugar-free version, skip the sugar and use 2 tablespoons of honey (adjust the amount of honey according to your preferences).

Ingredients: Honey
Add alcohol only when serving, so it doesn't evaporate during cooking. If serving to children, prepare a separate pitcher without alcohol.

Fun Fact

💡

Mulled wines and hot compotes were popular in Central Europe as early as the Middle Ages — they were spiced with roots and fruits to warm up during cold days. The addition of citrus fruits became widespread with the spice trade in the 16th-17th centuries.

Best for

Święta Bożego Narodzenia Sylwester zimowe spotkania przy kominku przyjęcia na świeżym powietrzu (jarmarki)

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in clear stemmed glasses to showcase the slices of fruit and cinnamon sticks. Add 1 cinnamon stick per serving and an orange slice attached to the rim. Place a bowl on the table with extra dried cranberries and citrus slices for adding.

🥡 Storage

Store in the refrigerator in a closed pitcher for up to 3 days. Heat slowly over low heat to about 70°C — do not let it boil, as you will lose the aroma. The fruit can be used as a compote for yogurt or dessert the next day.

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