Mulled White Wine with Pear Brandy

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
1%
Mulled White Wine with Pear Brandy
45 min.
4
298kcal

Suggestions


Warm up your evenings with the delightful and aromatic Mulled White Wine with Pear Brandy. This comforting beverage strikes the perfect balance between festive flavors and soothing warmth, making it an ideal choice as the cooler months approach. Imagine the enchanting scent of fresh ginger, star anise, and green cardamom wafting through your home as you indulge in this elegant drink.

Perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in, this mulled white wine recipe embraces simplicity while showcasing the sophisticated flavors of your favorite dry white wines like Riesling or Grüner Veltliner. Enhanced by the rich essence of pear brandy, such as Poire Williams, each sip reveals a unique blend of spice and sweetness that will surely ignite your senses.

What makes this drink even more appealing is its inclusive nature—it's vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free! This means your friends and family can enjoy this delightful concoction without worrying about dietary restrictions. Serve it in charming mugs or heatproof glasses, adorned with a slice of Asian pear and a sprinkling of whole spices for an inviting presentation. Gather your loved ones, pour a mugful of warmth, and toast to cherished moments together with this exquisite mulled wine treat.

Ingredients

  • 2.3 inch ginger fresh
  •  cardamom pods green
  • tablespoons honey to taste
  • 0.3 cup pears such as poire williams
  • slices pears 
  • piece star anise 
  • 750 ml wine dry grüner

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Put the wine in a medium heavy saucepan with the star anise, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and honey (start with 3 tablespoons and adjust later if necessary). Set the pan over medium heat and bring just to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Turn off the heat and let the wine mull for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Taste and add more honey if you like. Gently reheat the wine until it starts to steam, then turn off the heat and stir in the brandy.
  3. Divide among 4 mugs or heatproof glasses, putting a few of the whole spices in each mug if you like, and add a slice of Asian pear. Toddy away!
  4. Reprinted with permission from The Food 52 Cookbook Volume 2 by Amanda Hesser and Merrill Stubbs, © 2012 William Morrow

Nutrition Facts

Calories298kcal
Protein2.25%
Fat1.92%
Carbs95.83%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.44
Glycemic Load
14.31
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
6.3082608865655%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.09mg
Malvidin
0.11mg
Catechin
1.87mg
Epigallocatechin
0.89mg
Epicatechin
6.69mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.26mg
Hesperetin
0.76mg
Naringenin
0.72mg
Isorhamnetin
0.45mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.34mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:298.04kcal
14.9%
Fat:0.38g
0.58%
Saturated Fat:0.05g
0.33%
Carbohydrates:42.58g
14.19%
Net Carbohydrates:37.37g
13.59%
Sugar:29.45g
32.73%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:12.46mg
0.54%
Alcohol:19.59g
100%
Alcohol %:6.86%
100%
Protein:1g
2%
Manganese:0.74mg
37.1%
Fiber:5.22g
20.87%
Potassium:354.04mg
10.12%
Magnesium:35.39mg
8.85%
Vitamin C:7.1mg
8.6%
Vitamin B6:0.15mg
7.69%
Copper:0.15mg
7.66%
Vitamin K:7.37µg
7.02%
Iron:1.18mg
6.53%
Phosphorus:57.98mg
5.8%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.61%
Calcium:39.56mg
3.96%
Zinc:0.55mg
3.68%
Folate:13.18µg
3.29%
Vitamin B3:0.52mg
2.6%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
2.15%
Vitamin B5:0.18mg
1.8%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.27%
Source:Epicurious