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Warm up with a mug of hot mulled wine steeped with citrus, cider, & holiday spices! Glühwein's sweet, spicy aroma will make your home smell simply heavenly.
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German Mulled Glühwein

Warm up with a mug of hot mulled wine steeped with citrus, cider, & holiday spices! Glühwein's sweet, spicy aroma will make your home smell simply heavenly.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: German
Servings: 6 glasses
Calories: 189kcal
Author: Mountain Cravings

Ingredients

  • 1 orange
  • 1/2 lemon
  • 1/2 vanilla bean split & scraped, or 1 t. vanilla extract
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 whole nutmeg crushed
  • 12 whole cloves
  • 5 star anise
  • 6 cardamom pods crushed
  • 1 bottle fruity red wine
  • 1 cup unsweet cider or 100% natural apple juice
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup brandy or bourbon

Instructions

  • Use a vegetable peeler to remove lemon and orange peel, avoiding the white pith.
  • Combine citrus peels, vanilla, and spices in a large pot. Squeeze orange and lemon juice and add wine, cider, and brandy.
  • Bring to a light simmer and cover. Simmer for at least 20 minutes or up to an hour.
  • Pour into a fine mesh strainer set over a large bowl. You can save the spices in the strainer for a second batch.
  • Stir in brandy and serve hot!