Glühwein (German Mulled Wine)
Make this old-fashioned German classic for the holiday season! This German Glühwein is easy to make and perfect for all of your holiday parties.
Servings 8 servings
Calories 162kcal
Ingredients
Instructions
- In a large pot or dutch oven over medium-high heat, stir together water, sugar, cloves, cinnamon sticks and lemon peel. Bring to a boil.
- Add lemon juice and red wine. Reduce heat to medium. Heat the wine mixture to 180°F (80°C), about 5-10 minutes. (Above that temperature, the alcohol will begin to cook out. We simply want to warm it.)
- Reduce heat to low and let flavors infuse for 15 minutes more. Remove from heat.
- When ready to serve, warm on low heat. Serve in mugs or insulated glasses. Garnish with an orange wedge and/or a cinnamon stick.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Be sure to remove the fruits and spices, especially the lemon peel, which can add bitterness.
Notes
Storage tips: Store cooled mulled wine an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Be sure to remove the fruits and spices, especially the lemon peel, which can add bitterness.
Non-alcoholic version: You can make a non-alcoholic version of Glühwein with grape juice for the kids and non-drinkers. Grape juice is very sweet on its own, add the sugar later after you've tasted it. Cranberry juice would also work, or a mixture of the two.
Nutrition
Serving: 4ounces | Calories: 162kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 0.3g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 1mg
