Mulled Port

Ingredients

• 3 oz Port
• 1 oz Cognac
• 0.5 oz Demerara Syrup
• 2 oz Hot Water
• Orange twist · optional garnish

Method

1. 1

   Warm the glass by filling it with hot water, then discard.

2. 2

   Combine the port, demerara syrup, hot water, a cinnamon stick, two cloves, and a strip of orange peel in a small saucepan.

3. 3

   Warm gently for 5 minutes without boiling.

4. 4

   Remove from the heat and stir in the cognac.

5. 5

   Strain into the warmed glass and garnish with an orange twist.

The Story

Warming port with spices is an old British winter tradition, close kin to mulled wine but richer and stronger. A splash of cognac adds depth and warmth.