Mulled Holiday Tea Recipe

Elevate your holiday gatherings with this stunning Mulled Holiday Tea! A vibrant, spiced tea perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your buffet table or cozying up by the fireplace. This Better Homes and Gardens inspired recipe blends the warmth of apple juice and wine with aromatic spices for a truly unforgettable taste. Easy to make and visually captivating, it's the perfect festive beverage for friends and family.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 25 mins

Calories 109.3 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mulled Holiday Tea

Darjeeling Tea Bags
4 cups boiling water
2 cups apple juice
Dry Red Wine
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
Cinnamon Sticks
Whole Cloves
Cardamom Seed

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How to Make Mulled Holiday Tea

Place tea bags in a 4-quart Dutch oven.
Pour 4 cups of boiling water over the tea bags.
Let steep for 5 minutes.
Remove tea bags and discard.
Stir in 2 cups of apple juice, 1 cup of white wine, and 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar.
In a 6-inch square piece of cheesecloth, combine 2 (3-inch) cinnamon sticks, 10 whole cloves, and 1 teaspoon of whole cardamom pods (or 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom).
Bring the corners of the cheesecloth together and tie securely with kitchen twine to create a spice bag.
Add the spice bag to the tea mixture.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
Remove the spice bag and discard.
Transfer the mulled tea to a heatproof serving carafe or pot. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

72g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Mulled Holiday Tea?

Mulled Holiday Tea takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 25 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Mulled Holiday Tea?

Mulled Holiday Tea has approximately 109.3 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Mulled Holiday Tea?

The key ingredients for Mulled Holiday Tea are Darjeeling Tea Bags, Boiling Water, Apple Juice, Dry Red Wine, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon Sticks. See the full list with measurements above.