Mulled wine (Glögg)
A hot drink based from wine. Traditionally consumed in Austria (Glühwein), Germany, Britain and the Scandinavian countries, on Christmas bazaars and festivities that are held outdoors. Don’t buy a very expensive wine for the drink, it’s not necessary, but don’t use too poor or cheap also. It’s important when heating not to bring the wine to a boil or you’ll lose flavor and alcohol. Sugar can be substituted with honey, and it’s also popular to add raisins, nuts and apples. Serve in mugs or tall thick glasses with a handle. It is a traditional drink during winter, especially around Christmas and Halloween.
Mulled wine (Glögg) Recipe
By Published: November 27, 2018
- Yield: 2 Servings
A hot drink based from wine. Traditionally consumed in Austria (Glühwein), Germany, Britain and the Scandinavian countries, on …
Ingredients
- 340 ml dry red wine
- 1 tbsp cognac
- 1.5-2 tbsp sugar
- 2 thick slices of orange
- 2 medium slices of lemon
- thin slice of fresh ginger
- 5 pieces of cloves
- half cinnamon sticks
- 1 anise star
- 4 peppercorns
Instructions
- Boil half a glass of water in saucepan, add spices, slices of orange, lemon and ginger. Boil over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes. Add sugar, stir and turn off.
- Heat the wine in a thick bottom saucepan, but don’t bring to a boil. Add the cognac, spiced liquid, stir and turn off. Leave it for a couple of minutes then strain into mugs or glasses.
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