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Mulled Grape Mocktail Recipe

Mulled Grape Mocktail Recipe
This Mulled Grape Mocktail is a cozy, non-alcoholic twist on traditional mulled wine, combining 100% grape juice with warm spices, citrus, and a hint of sweetness. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a quiet night in, this comforting drink fills your home with festive aromas and delivers a delicious, soothing sip.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Serving Size 5 Cocktail

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Ladle
  • Heatproof serving glasses or mugs
  • Small paring knife for fruit slicing
  • Citrus zester or peeler (optional)
  • Small bowl (for removing spices)
  • Stove or induction cooker

Ingredients

  • 4 cups red or purple grape juice 100% juice, not cocktail
  • 1 cup apple cider or apple juice
  • ½ cup cranberry juice
  • 1 orange sliced into rounds
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 5 whole cloves
  • 2 star anise pods
  • 3 allspice berries
  • 2 green cardamom pods gently crushed
  • ¼ teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1- inch piece fresh ginger sliced
  • 1 –2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey to taste
  • 1 –2 peppercorns optional
  • Fresh fruit or orange slices for garnish

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, combine grape juice, apple cider, and cranberry juice.
  • Add the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, ginger, cardamom, allspice, nutmeg, and optional peppercorns.
  • Heat over low, stirring occasionally, and let it gently simmer for 20–30 minutes. Avoid boiling.
  • Taste and adjust sweetness with maple syrup or honey.
  • Once flavored to your liking, remove from heat and strain through a fine mesh strainer.
  • Ladle the hot mocktail into mugs.
  • Garnish with orange slices or fresh fruit. Serve warm.