Spiced Holiday Warmth: Instant Pot Mulled Wine
Get ready to embrace the festive spirit with this exquisite Spiced Holiday Warmth: Instant Pot Mulled Wine. This delicious concoction blends aromatic spices with the juicy sweetness of fresh apples, zesty oranges, and tart cranberries, transforming your gatherings into a warm and cozy celebration. Perfect for those chilly evenings, this easy-to-make recipe utilizes the convenience of an Instant Pot to create a delightful blend of flavors that fills your home with inviting aromas. Ideal served warm in mugs or chilled over ice, this mulled wine will be the highlight of your holiday festivities, ensuring delightful memories with family and friends.
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Servings
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Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
apple cider or juice
4 cups (none)
whole cloves
5 (none)
cinnamon sticks
4 (none)
whole star anise pods
2 (none)
whole all-spice berries
1/2 teaspoon (none)
black peppercorns
1/2 teaspoon (none)
dry red wine (e.g., Merlot)
2 (750 ml) bottles (none)
port wine or apple brandy
2 cups (none)
navel oranges
2 (thinly sliced)
small apples
3 (cored and sliced)
fresh cranberries
1/2 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by adding 4 cups of apple cider or juice to the inner bowl of your 8-quart or larger Instant Pot.
2
Toss in the whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise pods, all-spice berries, and black peppercorns to the pot.
3
Secure the lid and ensure that the valve is set to 'seal'. Cook on high pressure for 3 minutes.
4
Once the cooking time is completed, allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining steam.
5
Carefully open the lid and strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve to remove the whole spices.
6
Stir in the two bottles of dry red wine and either the port wine or apple brandy, followed by the sliced oranges, sliced apples, and fresh cranberries.
7
Switch the Instant Pot to the 'sauté' setting on low, cover with a glass lid, and heat the mixture gently. Stir often, letting it warm through until it just begins to simmer, about 15 minutes.
8
Serve immediately in mugs, or select the 'keep warm' setting on your Instant Pot to enjoy later.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Spiced Holiday Warmth: Instant Pot Mulled Wine.
What size Instant Pot is recommended for this recipe?
An 8-quart or larger Instant Pot is recommended.
How much apple cider or juice is needed?
The recipe requires 4 cups of apple cider or juice.
How many whole cloves are used in the mixture?
There are 5 whole cloves used in the recipe.
How many cinnamon sticks should I add?
You should add 4 cinnamon sticks.
How many star anise pods are required?
The recipe calls for 2 whole star anise pods.
What quantity of all-spice berries is used?
Use 1/2 teaspoon of whole all-spice berries.
How many black peppercorns are included?
The recipe includes 1/2 teaspoon of black peppercorns.
What is the pressure cooking time for the spices?
Cook the spices on high pressure for 3 minutes.
What is the pressure release method?
Allow the pressure to naturally release for 10 minutes, then manually release the remaining steam.
Why should I strain the mixture?
Strain the mixture using a fine mesh sieve to remove the whole spices.
What type of red wine is best for this mulled wine?
A dry red wine, such as Merlot, is recommended.
How many bottles of red wine are required?
The recipe requires 2 bottles, each being 750 ml.
What can be substituted for apple brandy?
You can use 2 cups of port wine instead of apple brandy.
How many oranges are used and how are they prepared?
Use 2 navel oranges that have been thinly sliced.
How many apples are needed and how are they prepared?
Use 3 small apples that are cored and sliced.
How many fresh cranberries are added?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of fresh cranberries.
What Instant Pot setting is used for warming the wine?
Use the sauté setting on low to heat the mixture gently.
How long does it take to warm the wine on the sauté setting?
It takes about 15 minutes for the mixture to begin to simmer.
Can the mulled wine be served cold?
Yes, it can be served warm in mugs or chilled over ice.
How do I keep the wine warm for a long period?
Select the 'keep warm' setting on your Instant Pot to enjoy the drink later.
What kind of lid should be used during the warming phase?
A glass lid is recommended while heating the mixture on the sauté setting.
What is the first step in the instructions?
Begin by adding 4 cups of apple cider or juice to the inner bowl of the Instant Pot.
When should the valve be set to seal?
Set the valve to seal before cooking the cider and spices on high pressure.
What is the total ingredient count for this recipe?
There are 11 ingredients in total.
Does the recipe use whole spices or ground spices?
The recipe uses whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise pods, all-spice berries, and black peppercorns.
What is the total amount of port wine or brandy used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of port wine or apple brandy.
Is this recipe suitable for holiday festivities?
Yes, it is specifically described as ideal for holiday festivities and creating delightful memories.
What is the primary flavor profile of this drink?
It is a spiced, warm beverage with flavors of aromatic spices, citrus, and tart cranberries.
How should the drink be stirred during the final warming process?
The mixture should be stirred often while it warms through on the sauté setting.