Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine Recipe

Warm your soul with this fiery Quentão, a traditional Brazilian Festa Junina drink! Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe, inspired by Houston's Fogo de Chão and featured in our local paper, is a vibrant blend of fruits, spices, and Brazilian cachaça. Experience the festive flavors of Brazil with this easy-to-make mulled wine – the perfect cozy winter warmer.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 237.4 kcal
Protein 0g
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Ingredients for Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine

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How to Make Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine

  1. Combine 2 cups of chopped pineapple, 1 cup of chopped oranges (including peels), 1/2 cup chopped apples, 1/2 cup chopped guava, 1 cinnamon stick, 5 cloves, 1 star anise, and 1/2 cup brown sugar in a large saucepan.
  2. Add 4 cups of water to the saucepan and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
  3. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 cups of dry red wine (like Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon).
  5. Continue to simmer for another 2 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat to the lowest setting, ensuring the mixture remains warm but not boiling. Stir in 1/4 cup Cointreau and 2 tablespoons of Cachaça.
  7. Serve immediately in heat-resistant mugs, garnished with extra orange slices and cinnamon sticks (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

129g

Fat

0g

Carbs

12g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine?

Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 10 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine?

Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine has approximately 237.4 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine?

The key ingredients for Quento Brazilian Mulled Wine are Sugar, Cinnamon Sticks, Lemongrass, Fresh Pear, Fresh Peach, Apple. See the full list with measurements above.

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