Gluhwein (Mulled Wine) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

3 liters dry red wine
2 cups water
1 cup brown sugar (to taste)
6 cinnamon sticks
12 cloves
1 tablespoon grated nutmeg
2 oranges, peeled and sliced
twist lemon peel
3 slices fresh gingerroot
4 tablespoons rum or 4 tablespoons brandy

Preparation

Combine all the ingredients in a heavy, appropriately sized pot and simmer slowly, giving the mixture a good stir every few minutes.
Do not allow to boil - this burns off the alcohol (unless you want a non-alcoholic, mulled drink.)
Strain and scoop into glasses or mugs when ready.