Warm mulling spice—our September frappé flavor of the month—is a fall favorite among the Nectar of the Vine team. This spiced drink is a wonderful addition to any get-together, particularly during autumn and winter. Sip mugs of mulling spice frappés around the fireplace in your family room, or enjoy them outside on the patio on a crisp fall night. Warm mulling spice frappés are a traditional, seasonal drink that your friends and family will appreciate and love at any holiday gathering!

What is mulling spice? Mulling spice refers to a blend of spices used in drink recipes, usually during autumn and winter, including cloves, all spice, and cinnamon. Mulling spice is typically used in drinks like hot apple cider and mulled wine. The mulling spice frappé can be blended with a bottle of port, burgundy or merlot wine. You can also blend the mulling spice frappé mix with non-alcoholic beverages like apple cider, cranberry juice, or hot tea for a unique, delicious warm drink for all to enjoy.

How is a warm mulling spice frappé prepared? Unlike other wine frappés, which are blended and frozen before serving, the mulling spice frappé is served warm. To prepare, in a pitcher, you will mix the wine (or non-alcoholic beverage of your choice) with equal parts water and the mulling spice frappé mix. Once that mixture is dissolved, you transfer it into a slow cooker or Crockpot on a low setting. Depending on the size of your slow cooker, you will allow the mixture to warm for 30 minutes to an hour before serving.

What are some suggested ideas for serving warm mulling spice frappés? There are many ways to enjoy a mulling spice wine frappé! We suggest serving your frappés in over-sized or jumbo mugs. There are many garnishes that will complement the taste of the mulling spices, such as a fresh cinnamon stick, which is used for stirring, or some dried apple pieces.

We hope you will try a warm mulling spice frappé this fall season. For the month of September, warm mulling spice frappés are 50% off! Enter the code spicy915 when you order. If you have questions or comments about any of our products, we would love to hear from you. Contact Nectar of the Vine today!