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Correo Electrónico
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Ingredientes
- Mulled Wine
- 2 1/2 c. old vine Zinfandel
- 1 3/4 c. Chardonnay
- 3 c. hot tea like Lady Early Grey
- 1 orange, juiced plus slices to garnish
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 stick of cinnamon
- 2 whole cloves
- 1 whole allspice
- 1/4 c. honey
- 2 oz. spiced rum
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1295g | |
| Calories 745 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.29g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.07g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 28mg | 1% |
| Potassium 540mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs 86.14g | 23% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.4g | 5% |
| Sugars 74.34g | 50% |
| Protein 0.94g | 2% |
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