Traditional German Glühwein (Mulled Wine)
Glühwein is a traditional German beverage, served during the holiday season. This recipe includes red wine, citrus, cinnamon, and cloves, and is perfect for Christmas parties or simply sitting by the fireplace!
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 12 minutes
- Yield: 4 glasses 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
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- 1 bottle good-quality red wine
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 7 cloves
- 1 orange, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Slice oranges and lemons.
- In a pot, add all ingredients and simmer, but do not boil.
- Once the glühwein is hot and the sugar has dissolved, remove the cloves, cinnamon sticks, and fruit slices.
- Serve piping hot in a festive glass or mug.
- If desired, garnish with an orange wedge.
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