Spicy Rum Junk – Mulling Spice
When it’s cold outside and the winter wind is blowing, nothing warms you up quite like a nice, hot beverage. People from around the world have used hot drinks to keep them warm for centuries. Serving your loved ones a warm cup of apple cider or mulled wine is a sure way to let them know you care! Our Spicy Rum Junk is the perfect blend of mulling spices like sweet orange peel, cloves and cinnamon, and it will turn your ordinary apple cider or red wine into a robust flavorful drink that will beg to be sipped slowly so you can savor every last drop!
Mulled Wine Recipe
1 bottle (750ml) red wine
1/3 cup honey or raw sugar
1 ounce Spicy Rum Junk – Mulling Spice
1 square of double layer cheesecloth, 5-inch square
Instructions
Place contents of Spicy Rum Junk – mulling spice onto 5” squared cheesecloth. Tie the cloth securely with string.To make mulled red wine, combine the wine, honey or raw sugar, and the spice pouch in a pot. Warm over low heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to make sure the sweetener is dissolved. Ladle the liquid into mugs, discarding the spice pouch.
Mulled Wine Tips
Many of the subtle flavors of red wine can be masked with mulling spices. Save your money and don’t buy top shelf this time. Medium priced wines are the best choice for mulling as they allow the flavor profile of the spices to shine without dominating the palette. Our top picks include Malbec, Zinfandel or Syrah/Shiraz.
Mulled Apple Cider
Ingredients:
½ gallon Apple Cider
1 ounce Spicy Rum Junk – Mulling Spice
1 square of double layer cheesecloth, 5-inch square
Instructions
Place contents of Spicy Rum Junk – mulling spice onto 5” squared cheesecloth. Tie the cloth securely with string for use in your stockpot. Add apple cider and spice satchel to large stockpot. Bring mixture to a boil and cover. Simmer on low for about half an hour. Discard the spice pouch and serve the hot cider in mugs.
Recipe Source: https://www.thespruceeats.com/apple-mulling-spice-mix-recipe-1809299
