White Spiced Wine Easy Slow Cooker Recipe Wellplated Com

Our failure to take advantage of our fireplace feels rather criminal. We have a large stack of wood in the backyard for fuel, all of the fireplace tools we need, and plenty of chilly winter nights to merit the flame. My issue is inertia. On my couch, I’m an object at rest, and I will stay at rest, particularly if it’s cold and icky outside (and I have a mug of Hot Buttered Bourbon in my hands). Ben’s issue is fear. He assumes that if we light a fire, we will ignite the house in the process. Considering I once lit our oven on fire by allowing an especially cheesy casserole to bubble over, his unease is not entirely unfounded. This slow cooker white spiced wine could be the final catalyst that spurs us to kindle the flame.

How to Make White Spiced Wine

Hot spiced wine (also called mulled wine) is a drink I look forward to every holiday season (along with this Christmas Punch). This more classic Mulled Wine is one of the most popular recipes on my site, and I thought it would be fun to update it to a festive version with white wine. Spiced with warm cinnamon and cloves, infused with refreshing citrus, and sporting the red and green pop of cranberries and rosemary, this slow cooker white spiced wine is so cozy (and EASY), a roaring fire is almost obligatory while sipping on this warm holiday cocktail.

The Ingredients

White Wine. Reach for a dry white wine, like a sauvignon blanc or chardonnay for the best mulled white wine. No need to splurge on anything expensive. The cheap stuff is just fine for this spiced wine recipe.Orange Peel. Add a bright citrus flourish that pairs well with white wine (and is especially good in a Brandy Old Fashioned.)Cranberries. White cranberry juice adds some tang while whole red cranberries look like Christmas jingle bells floating in your glass.Cinnamon Sticks. Add earthiness and warmth that give this mulled cocktail that iconic holiday aroma (similar to this Apple Cider Cocktail).Fresh Rosemary. Smells and tastes amazing PLUS looks like baby Christmas trees.Star Anise. Gives the spiced white wine a subtle licorice flavor.Whole Cloves. Marries beautifully with the other spices.Rum. For an extra splash of holiday cheer in every sip—why not?

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Let your slow cooker spiced wine cool completely, then pour it into an airtight storage container and place in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.To Reheat. Gently rewarm spiced white wine in a large pot on the stovetop over low heat, or pour leftovers into your slow cooker and reheat on LOW until warm.

Recommended Tools

Slow Cooker. This one switches to “keep warm” once the cooking time is done so items don’t overcook.Ladle. The best way to serve your mulled wine.Festive Barware. Is it just me, or does a drink in a fun cocktail glass test even better?

Whether you make this white spiced wine for a formal holiday party, a quiet night at home, or a casual evening with close friends, this warm, wintery drink hits the spot.