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Glühwein German mulled wine
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Glühwein (German Mulled Wine)

A warm and spicy mulled wine served at German Christmas markets
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword german mulled wine, german mulled wine recipe, Glühwein, Glühwein recipe, wine
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Calories 154kcal
Author Laura Gummerman
Cost $20

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle dry red wine 750 ml bottle
  • zest or peel of a medium orange
  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6-8 whole cloves
  • 2 star anise
  • shots of brandy, bourbon, or rum optional

Instructions

  • Make your syrup base: Add your orange juice and sugar to a large saucepan to a boil and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add your citrus and spices: Add your orange peel and then stir in your whole spices of cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Simmer on low for 1-3 minutes or until the mixture is thick and syrupy.
  • Pour in your wine: Pour your bottle of wine into the pot and let it cook at a very gentle low simmer for at least 20 minutes. You can cook your Glühwein up to 2 hours at this low heat to really let the flavors meld, but place a lid on the pot if cooking for longer than 20 minutes.
  • Pour and enjoy! When ready to serve, strain your Glühwein into your glasses and add a shot of brandy, bourbon, or rum if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 154kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 67IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.3mg