Red wine without the alcohol, warmed gently with orange, cinnamon, cloves and star anise. One bottle serves five, and the house smells of winter.
beClink Editorial·October 8, 2026
Time
5 min
Serves
5
Base
Red wine
Glass
Heatproof mug
Garnish
Orange peel and a cinnamon stick
Mulled wine is red wine warmed with citrus and spice, the drink of Christmas markets and cold evenings. This version starts from a non-alcoholic red, so everyone at the table can have a mug.
Warm it gently and never let it boil: boiling flattens the fruit and turns the spices bitter. Taste before you sweeten, since non-alcoholic reds already carry some sugar.
From your kitchen: apple juice or water, orange, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, honey, maple syrup or sugar.
In this glass
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Make it yours
Ginger and cardamom
Add a few slices of fresh ginger and two crushed cardamom pods with the other spices.
White mulled wine
Use a non-alcoholic white with apple juice, a vanilla pod and lemon peel instead of orange.
Slow cooker
Warm everything on low for an hour and keep it on the warm setting for a party; top up with juice as it reduces.
How to serve & pair
Serve warm, in heatproof mugs or glasses.
Good with gingerbread, roast chestnuts, cheese boards and anything from a holiday table. Leftovers keep in the fridge for two days; rewarm gently.
Common questions
Can you make mulled wine with non-alcoholic wine?
Yes. Warm a non-alcoholic red with orange, cinnamon, cloves and star anise over low heat, and sweeten to taste. It tastes like classic mulled wine without the alcohol.
Which non-alcoholic wine is best for mulled wine?
A fruity, medium-bodied red works best, such as a Merlot or a Tempranillo blend. Very dry, tannic reds can taste bitter once warmed.
Why shouldn't mulled wine boil?
Boiling flattens the fruit and draws bitterness out of the spices and orange pith. Keep it just below a simmer.
How long does non-alcoholic mulled wine keep?
Up to two days in the fridge, covered. Rewarm gently over low heat.
Can I make it in a slow cooker?
Yes. Warm everything on low for about an hour, then keep it on the warm setting for serving.
Is non-alcoholic mulled wine suitable for kids?
Non-alcoholic wines are usually labeled 0.0% or under 0.5%. For children, many people use grape and apple juice with the same spices instead.
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