Spiced Cognac Mulled Wine

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A warm, aromatic cocktail perfect for winter, infused with cinnamon and citrus zest. This French-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 20 minutes, pairs Hennessy V.S.O.P., Red wine, Orange zest for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves 1 French cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a small saucepan, combine 3 oz Hennessy V.S.O.P., 4 oz red wine, 1 tsp orange zest, 1/2 inch cinnamon stick, and 3 cloves. Heat over low flame until warm, stirring occasionally.
  2. Step 2: Add 0.5 oz sugar syrup and simmer for 5 minutes until the aromatics are fully released and the mixture is fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Strain into a mug and serve immediately, optionally garnished with a cinnamon stick and a slice of orange.

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