1 lemon, 8 cloves, 1x75cl bottle red wine, 4 oz sugar, 2 x 2 inch cinnamon sticks, 1/4 pint brandy
Spike the lemon with the cloves. Gently heat the wine, sugar, cinnamon sticks and lemon in a saucepan to just below simmering point for 10 minutes. Lower the heat and add the brandy. Warm for 2-3 minutes. Strain and serve immediately in warmed glasses or mugs.
Makes about 6 glasses or mugs. Preperation time: 20 minutes
