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Description: A creative spin on the traditional Italian mulled wine, this cocktail combines the comforting, spiced warmth of vin brulé with a surprising touch of citrus and botanicals. Ideal for chilly evenings, this drink is sure to warm both body and soul. Ingredients: - 4 oz Red Wine (Merlot or Zinfandel) - 1 oz Gin (preferably a botanical gin) - 1 oz Triple Sec - 1 oz Fresh Orange Juice - 1 oz Honey Syrup (1:1 honey to water) - 2 Cinnamon Sticks - 3 Cloves - 2 Star Anise - 1 Lemon Peel - 1 Orange Peel - Fresh Rosemary Sprig (for garnish) - Orange Slice (for garnish) Instructions: 1. In a small saucepan, combine the red wine, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, lemon peel, and orange peel. 2. Heat the mixture over medium heat, but do not let it boil. Allow it to simmer gently for about 10 minutes to let the spices infuse. 3. In the meantime, in a shaker filled with ice, combine the gin, triple sec, fresh orange juice, and honey syrup. Shake well until the mixture is chilled. 4. Strain the gin mixture into the saucepan with the mulled wine and stir to combine. 5. Allow the combined mixture to warm through for another 3-5 minutes, ensuring it stays below boiling point. 6. Strain the cocktail into a heat-resistant wine glass or a large mug. 7. Garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig and an orange slice. Type of Glass: Heat-resistant wine glass or large mug.