Mulled Wine Sorbet

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2

Refreshing sorbet made from mulled wine

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

5 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

29g

Fat

Mulled wine is a popular drink during the winter months, and this sorbet recipe is a creative and unique way to enjoy those flavors in a dessert. The combination of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and mixed spice, along with the bold flavor of red wine, creates a rich and indulgent base for the sorbet. The addition of port wine or brandy, along with the bright flavor of orange zest, rounds out the recipe and adds complexity to the dish. Best served after a meal, this mulled wine sorbet is sure to impress your guests and leave them feeling satisfied.

Instructions

1.	Zest one orange and set the zest aside.
2.	Slice both oranges and place the slices in a large saucepan with the cloves and cinnamon sticks.
3.	Pour in the bottle of red wine and stir in the mixed spice and brown sugar.
4.	Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
5.	Simmer the mixture for 15-20 minutes, or until the oranges are soft and the wine is infused with the spices.
6.	Remove the pan from the heat and discard the cinnamon sticks and cloves.
7.	Stir in the port wine or brandy, along with the orange zest.
8.	Allow the mixture to cool completely, then transfer it to an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9.	When the sorbet is fully churned, transfer it to a container and store it in the freezer until ready to serve.

PROS

This sorbet is a refreshing and unique dessert that is perfect for special occasions.

The combination of warm spices and cold sorbet is a delicious contrast that is sure to impress your guests.

CONS

As with any alcoholic dessert, this sorbet should be consumed in moderation and should not be served to children or anyone who cannot consume alcohol.

Additionally, the use of an ice cream maker is necessary to achieve the proper texture for the sorbet, which may be inconvenient for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this sorbet is not particularly healthy, the spices used in mulled wine have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Additionally, consuming this sorbet in moderation as part of a balanced diet is unlikely to cause harm.

	2 oranges
	12 cloves
	2 cinnamon sticks
	1 bottle of a good quality red wine
	1 teaspoon mixed spice
	1/2 cup light brown sugar
	60 ml port wine or 60 ml brandy