Name: Negus
Yield: Makes 16 four-ounce servings.
Ingredients: 1 quart Port; 1 tablespoon sugar; Juice of 2 lemons; Grated rind of 1 lemon; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; Ground nutmeg, to taste; Whole cloves, to taste; 1 quart boiling water; Garnish: grated lemon rind

Recipe information

Yield
Makes 16 four-ounce servings.

Ingredients

1 quart Port

1 tablespoon sugar

Juice of 2 lemons

Grated rind of 1 lemon

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Ground nutmeg, to taste

Whole cloves, to taste

1 quart boiling water

Garnish: grated lemon rind

Preparation

Heat Port but do not let it boil. Stir in the sugar, lemon juice, grated lemon rind, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Let the mixture stand in a warm place for about 15 minutes. Pour boiling water into the warm wine and serve immediately. Garnish with grated lemon rind, if desired.

TagsCocktail Alcohol Beverages Hot Drink Port Lemon Citrus Fruit Gourmet

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