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Lunch Break: Homemade Mulled Wine for a Holiday Crowd-Pleaser

Get into the holiday spirit with this warm, cozy, and fragrant homemade Ginger Cinnamon Mulled Wine.
Lunch Break: Homemade Mulled Wine for a Holiday Crowd-Pleaser
Lunch Break: Homemade Mulled Wine for a Holiday Crowd-Pleaser
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With the holiday season in full swing, we all want something to make us feel warm and fuzzy and make the house smell like Christmas. Nothing does this better than a pot of homemade mulled wine on the stove!

Join SideChef's one and only Peidi as she shares her secrets to a delicious and intoxicating mulled wine. Her version is accented with ginger, cinnamon, and anise flavors, making this mulled wine even more cozy and aromatic. Add a splash of brandy to really warm you up, just like Peidi!

This holiday recipe is so easy; whether you are whipping some up for you and your loved ones or making a big batch for a Christmas party, you’ll have this crowd-pleasing festive recipe done in no time. So turn on some music, light the fireplace, and let’s get into the Christmas spirit!

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