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Holiday Mulled Wine – Low Sugar – Low Carb

Yields12 ServingsPrep Time45 minsCook Time30 minsTotal Time1 hr 15 mins

The other day I was going through my cabinets and I found a bag of Mulling Spice that my sister left at my house.  The first thing I thought of is "What the heck are Mulling Spices?" followed by "What can I use them for and why do they smell so good?".  What I found is that Mulling Spices have been used worldwide for centuries to flavor beverages from fruit juice to brandy.  But I'm going to show you how to make a holiday favorite, Mulled Wine.  The essences of the mulling spices will create a complex undertone of spicy and citrus flavors which complement the basic fruit elements of red wine.  Here's the kicker, we are cutting out a lot of the sugar and knocking the carbs down to 15 g with calories at 110 but keeping all the amazing flavor.  Serve this at your holiday party and it will be certain to raise the level of cheer!

 1 bottle of red wine (Merlot, Cabernet or Syrah)
 0.50 cup MonkSweet+
 2 cinnamon sticks
 3 whole cloves
 1 tsp grated nutmeg
 0.50 tsp whole black peppercorns
 0.50 tsp whole allspice
 0.50 vanilla bean
 1 star anise
 1 orange (sliced)
 1 lemon (sliced)
 1 cup cognac or brandy (optional but recommended)
1

Heat all ingredients in a saucepan simmer for 30 minutes.

2

Strain and serve warm in a punch cup or mug.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 Serving

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 110
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g

Saturated Fat 0g
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 0mg
Net Carbohydrate 15g5%

Dietary Fiber 1g4%
Sugars 2g
Protein 0g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.