This low‑calorie mulled wine is a lighter, homemade version of the classic German winter drink that uses fruit tea and spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves along with fresh orange juice and slices, a modest amount of sugar (or a calorie‑reduced sweetener) and a splash of rum — the result is a warm, fruity, aromatic beverage with less sugar and alcohol than its traditional counterpart, perfect for sipping during the festive season while keeping calories in check.