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Vin chaud recipe

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Spiced hot drink served in a pitcher or mug.

Hot drink Long Receptions
Volume 75 cl
Alcohol 13 %
Calories 5460 kcal
Colour Brown, Red
Difficulty Medium
Published 09/2026
Prep time 6 min
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the red wine into a saucepan with the sugar, spices, and citrus.
  2. Heat gently, never letting it boil, for 20 minutes.
  3. Let infuse for 10 minutes off the heat, then strain.
  4. Serve piping hot in a mug.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Wine glass

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History

Hot spiced wine dates back to Roman antiquity with the "conditum paradoxum". It has become the emblem of Central European Christmas markets.

Decoration

Garnish each mug with an orange slice and a cinnamon stick.

Variation

A splash of dark rum or cognac added at serving time strengthens the drink.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is Vin chaud called?

The Vin chaud cocktail is also known as mulled wine, christmas mulled wine, christmas market drink, spiced wine.

Which glass should Vin chaud be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Wine glass.

What is the volume of Vin chaud?

The volume of the Vin chaud cocktail is 75 cl.

What is the alcohol content of Vin chaud?

The alcohol content of the Vin chaud recipe is 13%.

How many calories are in Vin chaud?

The calories of the Vin chaud cocktail are estimated at 5460 calories.

What colour is Vin chaud?

The Vin chaud cocktail is Brown, Red in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 10/08/2026

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