Winter warmers don't have to mean the same old mulled wine routine. Meet Mulled Gin — a unique, spice-infused twist that delivers all the cosy comfort you crave with way more excitement. This alcohol-free version recipe is packed with bold flavours that'll warm you and get you through the winter blues. It's the perfect way to shake up your cold-weather drinking game while keeping things simple, soothing, and deliciously different. Skip the booze, embrace the flavour, and let this aromatic cocktail become your new go-to for relaxing winter evenings.
Ingredients :
- 200 ml apple juice
- 60 ml Four Pillars Bandwagon Dry (non-alcoholic spiced gin)
- 3 juniper berries (lightly crushed)
- 1 bay leaf
- 2 cardamom pods
- 2 whole cloves
- 1–2 tsp honey (optional)
- lemon slice
For Garnish:
- Cinnamon stick
- Star anise
- Apple slice
Instructions:
- Warm the apple juice in a small saucepan, gently heating it over low heat.
- Add all the spices— crushed juniper berries, bay leaf, cardamom, cloves, lemon slice, and honey. Simmer on low for 10 minutes, letting the flavours infuse, but make sure not to boil.
- Now, remove from the heat, add the non-alcoholic gin, and stir and mix it well.
- Finally, strain the mixture into heatproof mugs or glasses. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, star anise or apple slice and serve.
Food Pairing Suggestions:
- Spiced Nuts
- Gingerbread Cookies
- Cheese Board
- Roasted Vegetables
