Warm Spiced Grape Mocktail
This Warm Spiced Grape Mocktail is a delightful virgin cocktail that captures the essence of mulled wine without the alcohol. It combines the rich flavors of red grape juice, warm spices, and citrus notes, making it a perfect cozy drink for any occasion. The infusion of cinnamon, cloves, and thyme creates a comforting aroma, while the touch of honey adds a natural sweetness. Serve it over ice with a garnish of fresh orange slices and herbs for a visually appealing and flavorful mocktail experience.
Warm Spiced Grape Mocktail
A non-alcoholic mocktail version of mulled wine, this Warm Spiced Grape Mocktail offers a delightful blend of red grape juice, warm spices, and citrus flavors, creating a cozy and refreshing drink.
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Ingredients
- 1 cup red grape juice
- 1/2 strip orange rind
- 1/2 tbsp honey
- 1/4 cinnamon stick
- 1 1/2 cloves
- 1 fresh bay leaf
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 1 small orange, thinly sliced
- ice
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the red grape juice, orange rind, honey, cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaf, and thyme.
- Simmer the mixture uncovered for about 15 minutes, ensuring it does not come to a boil.
- Allow the mixture to cool, then refrigerate for approximately 1 hour to infuse the flavors.
- Strain the mixture into a serving glass, discarding the solids.
- Add the thinly sliced orange and a fresh bay leaf and thyme sprig for garnish.
- Serve the mocktail over ice.