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Glühwein, which literally translates to ‘glow wine‘, is a staple at every outdoor event throughout the winter months. It lets you continue to take advantage of your convenient location in the heart of Rheinland-Pfalz’s wine region without sacrificing any fingers as you’re watching snow fall on the romantically lit Christmas markets you will spend your holiday season at.
And because we know there are days when you just don’t want to go outside but still crave a cup of liquid Christmas joy, here are some recipes with a new twist to make at home: All you need to do is heat the wine, making sure it never boils or the alcohol will boil away, either add all ingredients straight to the wine or put them in a tea filter and let it sit for at least half an hour before reheating. Pour through a strainer or take out bag of spices. Serve hot.
White Apple
Apple and cinnamon will warm your heart on gloomy afternoons while the rum adds just a hint of beachy sunshine to your cup.
- 1 bottle of dry white wine of choice
- 400 millilitres strong apple tea
- 30 grams fresh ginger, sliced
- 1 organic orange, sliced
- 50 millilitres brown rum
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1/3 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 apple, thinly sliced (add just before reheating)
Red Cranberry
If you like sweet and fruity drinks, this variation was made for you.
- 1 bottle of dry red wine of choice
- 500 millilitres cranberry juice
- 80 millilitres orange liquor (Cointreau or Grand Marnier)
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 apple, sliced
- optional: dried cranberries (add before serving)
For more Glühwein recipe inspirations, check out militaryingermany.com/creative-gluhwein-recipes
