This slow cooker mulled wine will surely get you in the Christmas spirit! And as it’s made in the slow cooker, you can put it on and forget about it.
Oh boy, my kitchen smells sooooo good right now! In fact, this would be one of those recipes to make if you were trying to sell your house in the colder months :)
The Slow Cooker Mulled Wine recipe itself couldn’t be easier: simply pop all the ingredients in the slow cooker and switch on to low. It should take about an hour to fully heat through and dissolve all the sugar. However you can keep it switched on all evening if you’re out and about, and when you return home your home you can dive right in.
Remember that if you want your slow cooker mulled wine to retain its boozy kick, it must not boil. Boiling burns off the alcohol, so keep it on low and let it do its thing nice and slowly. Another option is to gently heat the wine & spices on the hob, then when the sugar has dissolved pour it all into the slow cooker and put on low to just keep it warm.
And if you’re planning making your Christmas presents this year, why not tie the spices and sugar in a piece of muslin cloth and package along with a bottle of red wine. Such a lovely gift that will no doubt go down a treat.
If you’re feeling particularly inspired, do take a peep at the Schwartz Christmas Hub where you’ll find a tonne of festive recipes and ideas to make your Christmas extra tasty. You can also find some really useful info on the various spices I’ve used too: cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods, cloves, vanilla pods and star anise.

- 120 g sugar
- 2 bottles red wine
- 3 satsumas zested and juiced
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 3 cardamom pods split open
- 1 star anise
- 1 vanilla pod split
Super easy - pop everything in the slow cooker and switch to low.
Leave for an hour, by which time the sugar should be dissolved and it is good to go!
If you do need to go out and leave the slow cooker running, this will not be a problem.
- Do not let it boil unless you wish to burn the alcohol off!
Huge thanks to Schwartz for sponsoring this festive recipe! As always all thoughts, and leftovers, are my own!
Janie x
Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says
This is one of my favourite things to make as it gets closer to Christmas. It smells amazing when cooking.
Jane Sarchet says
It sure does Dannii, I love it!
Janie x
maria @ close to home says
we are hosting a party in a few weeks, and this will be the perfect drink for a cold evening.
Jane Sarchet says
It sure will Maria, switch it on ahead of time and completely forget about it until needed :)
Janie x
Just Jo says
What a genius idea to make mulled wine in the slow cooker! I work from home though and the smell would torture me lol. I loved Schwartz spices growing up – my dad made a huge spice rack for our family kitchen and I remember spending hours lining them up and rearranging them in my own brand of OCD kitchen antics as a tot lol. Great recipe!
Jane Sarchet says
Hahaha, I love that Jo! They are perfectly sized jars for little hands :(
Janie x
Derek @ Dad With A Pan says
Going to be swimming in this for sure! lol
Jane Sarchet says
Haha, what a sight that would be Derek!
Janie x
Tina Dawson | Love is in my Tummy says
Your house must smell like heaven as this infuses! This’d be perfect for a Game of Thrones party too! :)
Jane Sarchet says
Ha! I guess it would Tina :)
Janie x
Jemma @ Celery and Cupcakes says
I think it’s incredible what you can make in the slow cooker. This sounds really lovely!
Jane Sarchet says
Thanks Jemma!
Janie x
fabfood4all says
Love the sound of this mulled wine and love your video too Janie, wish I had your kitchen too! xx
Jane Sarchet says
Ahhh, bless you Camilla thank you :)
Janie x
Kate Veggie Desserts (@veggie_desserts) says
I can almost smell it! I love mulled wine – those spices really signify Christmas. Great video as well. I love the cheeky fruity red :)
Jane Sarchet says
It does smell tremendous Kate!
Janie x
Claire Jessiman (@foodiequine) says
Feeling rather foolish now that I’ve never thought of making this from scratch in the slow cooker. Ive kept it warm there but alway made it in a pan first! Will be saving on the washing up next time.
Jane Sarchet says
Haha Claire, happy to help lessen your washing up load! :)
Janie x