Instructions

1. In a small skillet add 1 cup red wine, dark brown sugar, star anise, cinnamon sticks and cloves.
2. Bring to a simmer, stir and remove from heat. Let cool to room temperature and strain out whole spices.
3. In a large pitchers add cooled spiced wine, the other remaining 3 cup of red wine, orange juice, Brandy, orange slices and ginger ale.
4. Taste to see if it needs more sweetness. If so, add a few tablespoons of quick dissolving sugar. Keep cool and serve over ice.