Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine

Name: Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 32 Ounces Cranberry Juice (4 cups); 32 Ounces Apple Cider (4 cups); 16 Ounces Orange Juice (2 cups); 1 Medium Orange or Blood Orange (sliced into rounds); 1 Medium Pear or Apple (sliced); 1/2 cup Fresh Cranberries; 8 Whole Cloves; 2 Cinnamon Sticks; 2 Star Anise

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Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine captures all the warming, holiday spice vibes without any of the alcohol. This version keeps the classic flavor for a drink everyone can enjoy!

A pot of freshly simmered non alcoholic mulled wine.

I don't drink these days but that does not mean I won't be enjoying a hot mug of delightful mulled wine in the cold weather.

To me, drinks like this non alcoholic mulled wine, and other mocktails, are all about the vibes. I want the vibe of a warm drink or of a Moscow mule or cosmopolitan or whatever.

So, as I always say, the key to a great mocktail is the little details. The garnishes, the glass you serve in, the spices and such. These things create the vibe.

This non alcoholic mulled wine is a mix of a few juices, some warming spices, and fruits. When you serve it up in a mug, and make sure to include the fruits, you'll feel exactly like you're enjoying a warm glass of mulled wine - no alcohol needed!

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What Is Mulled Wine?
Why You'll Love this Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Step-By-Step Instructions
FAQ & Expert Tips
Recipe Prayer
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Three mugs of non alcoholic mulled wine, with fruits floating on top.

What Is Mulled Wine?

Mulled wine is a traditional winter drink made by heating red wine with warming spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, plus fruits like apples, pears, and citrus fruits.

It's usually served at holidays or other larger gatherings.

This non-alcoholic version recreates the same deeply spiced, cozy flavor using juices instead of wine.

Perfect for if you're avoiding alcohol, want a drink you can enjoy anytime, or are serving to kids!

Why You'll Love this Non Alcoholic Mulled Wine

Cozy & warming - all the classic mulled wine spice without the alcohol
Holiday-ready - perfect for parties! This mocktail mulled wine feeds a crowd, and can be easily doubled or tripled
Simple ingredients - easy-to-find spices and juices create big flavor
Dietary friendly - vegan, alcohol-free, gluten-free, and refined sugar free.
Make-ahead friendly - the flavor gets even better as it rests

A mug of non alcoholic mulled wine, next to the pot.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Cranberry Juice: I use unsweetened cranberry juice. If you can't find totally unsweetened, I recommend tasting and potentially adding more cranberry juice to the pot to balance out the extra sugar. You can also use pomegranate juice.
Apple Cider
Orange Juice
Orange: I used a blood orange, but regular oranges are great too
Pear or Apple: I used a pear. Feel free to use any variety of pear or apple
Fresh Cranberries
Cloves, Cinnamon, Star Anise: I highly recommend using the whole versions of these spices, not ground, or else you'll end up with grainy mulled wine

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1. Combine everything in a large pot. Heat over medium low heat for 30 minutes, up to 3 hours - do not allow to boil.

Non alcoholic mulled wine step 1 - combine all the ingredients and heat.

Step 2. Ladle into mugs and serve warm.

Non alcoholic mulled wine step 2 - serve warm.

FAQ & Expert Tips

Can I make this in a slow cooker?

Yes! Add all the ingredients to a slow cooker and heat on low for 2-3 hours.

How do I prevent bitterness?

Do not allow the mixture to come to a boil, the goal is to warm and meld the flavors only.
I did not remove my citrus peels, but if you're especially concerned, feel free to cut off the citrus peels, which can be quite bitter.

How do I adjust the sweetness?

To make the drink less sweet you can add more (unsweetened) cranberry juice.
To make the drink more sweet, you can add more apple cider. Or you can add some simple syrup. My agave simple syrup or maple syrup simple syrup would both be great here.

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! This mulled wine can sit for hours on the stove at low heat.
Or prep a day or two in advance and reheat on the stove over low heat.

Recipe Prayer

Thank you God for this mulled wine. Thank you for alcohol-free drinks everyone can enjoy this holiday season. Amen.

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