Classic Mulled Wine

Ingredients (8)

• 2 small oranges or 1 large
• 1 bottle of affordable Merlot, Zinfandel or Garnacha (also called Grenache)
• 1/4 cup brandy
• 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, to taste
• 2 whole cinnamon sticks
• 3 star anise
• 4 whole cloves
• Optional garnishes: Fresh whole cranberries (about 1/4 cup), cinnamon sticks, additional orange rounds or half moons