Gluhwein

Gluhwein is a warm spiced red wine drink made with red wine, fresh orange and lemon, sugar, grape juice, and a mix of spices like cloves and cinnamon. This cozy beverage is perfect for chilly days.

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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
10 minutes
Total
20 minutes
Cover image for Gluhwein recipe

Ingredients

Serves/makes 4

Instructions

  1. 1.

    Pour the sugar into a large pot and heat it until the sugar melts.

  2. 2.

    Let the sugar caramelize until it is medium brown.

  3. 3.

    Add the grape juice – careful it will steam and be loud for a moment.

  4. 4.

    Stir for a minute to make sure the caramelized sugar dissolves in the juice.

  5. 5.

    Cut the orange and lemon into ⅛ and add all into the pot.

  6. 6.

    Also, add the spices.

  7. 7.

    Let this boil slightly for about 15 minutes, then reduce the heat.

  8. 8.

    Add the wine, make sure the temperature of the Glühwein doesn't exceed 70°C / 158°F.

  9. 9.

    Remove the fruits and spices.

  10. 10.

    Serve hot in a mug, maybe add some honey and stir with a stick of cinnamon.

  11. 11.

    Prost!