Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine

Edaku — Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0300

Non-alcoholic mulled wine solves a simple problem: how to keep all the warmth and aroma of a winter drink while making it something kids, pregnant guests, designated drivers, or anyone skipping alcohol can enjoy too. The process is basically the same as the wine-based version — juice is gently warmed with spices and citrus until the kitchen fills with the smell of cinnamon and cloves.

Dark grape juice is the best starting point, since it’s closest in body and flavor to the red wine used in the classic recipe. Cherry or pomegranate juice also work well and give a brighter, tangier result, while very sweet juices like plain apple juice are better cut with something more acidic. One rule applies whether or not it’s alcoholic: the liquid shouldn’t boil, or it drives off the delicate aromatics from the spices and citrus. The right temperature is hot, just short of a simmer.

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Non-Alcoholic Mulled Wine