Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Gluhwein

Gluhwein is a traditional German drink made in large batches and served at those popular Christmas market squares during the holiday season. Many an Alpine skier can receive this warming beverage in the slopeside lodges.

This is a milder hot wine drink, the Germans would say fit for children and adults. Compared with British mulled wine with brandy and the Swedish Glogg with fiery akvavit, it is pretty tame. But it does warm you in more than one way.

This recipe is designed for a single serving, but make a bottle or two of it by increasing the proportions. 
  • 6 oz. dry red wine
  • lemon peel
  • orange peel
  • cinnamon stick broken in pieces
  • 5 whole cloves
  • pinch grated nutmeg
  • 1 tsp. honey
Combine all ingredients in a saucepan on medium heat and stir until honey is dissolved. Do not boil. Serve in a heated coffee mug. 

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