This seasonal drink is perfect for Christmas evening.
1 750-ml dry red wine
½ cup orange juice
1/2 cup white sugar
1 cinnamon stick
1 orange, cut into slices
8 whole cloves
In a saucepan, combine the orange juice, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer. Push the cloves into the orange slices and add to saucepan. Add the wine and heat over low temperature. Remove the clove-studded orange halves. Serve hot in mugs.