Best 8 Gluhwein Recipes

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Gluhwein, also known as mulled wine, is a traditional warm spiced beverage that originated in Germany and is commonly enjoyed during the winter season and festive occasions. Its history dates back to the Middle Ages, where it was created as a way to preserve wine and enhance its flavor. Gluhwein is made by heating red wine with a variety of spices and citrus fruits, creating a fragrant and flavorful drink that warms the body and spirit. Whether you're looking for a comforting beverage on a chilly evening or a festive drink to share with friends and family, Gluhwein is an excellent choice that offers a unique and delightful experience.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GLüHWEIN (HOT SPICED RED WINE)



Glühwein (Hot Spiced Red Wine) image

A winter cocktail sure to warm you from your head to your toes. Red wine is warmed with spices and citrus, then amped up with a bit of brandy for the coziest holiday drink.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 each medium organic orange
20 each whole cloves (give or take a few cloves - no need to be exact)
750 ml light red wine (1 bottle, on the drier/lighter side is better. We love Pinot Noir, Lemburger or Merlot can also work)
3 each (3-inch) cinnamon sticks
5 each strips lemon peel (about 2 inches long each, just use a carrot peeler and try to avoid including too much pith)
1/4 cup sugar (start with 1/4 cup and add to taste up to 2/3 cup)
1/3 cup brandy
Cinnamon sticks
Orange slices

Steps:

  • Using a toothpick, poke 20 holes all over your orange, then poke the cloves into the holes.
  • Add orange to a medium saucepan. Pour the wine into the pan. Add the cinnamon sticks, lemon peel, and 1/3 cup sugar. Stir gently to help dissolve the sugar.
  • Turn the heat on medium-low and heat until just below a simmer. Do not boil! Reduce heat to low - just enough to keep warm but again, not simmering or boiling. Cover and let warm over the heat for about 20 minutes, until hot wine is flavored by the spices.
  • Stir in the brandy. Taste and add more sugar if desired. Depending on your wine and tastes, you may only need the intial 1/4 cup of sugar, or you may need the entire 2/3 cup.
  • Ladle into three large or four smaller mugs, garnish if desired, pass 'em out and and inhale your Glühwein goodness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 24 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

EASY-PEASY GLUHWEIN (HOT GERMAN SPICED WINE/AKA "MULLED CIDER")



Easy-Peasy Gluhwein (Hot German Spiced Wine/aka

This is the super-easy version of Gluhwein. Don't waste space in the pot with fruit. The spices and heat will add a whole new level to the sangria! This is always a big hit at my Christmas parties! You can use 1 whole orange peel in place of the whole lemon peel, if desired.

Provided by IsaRoy

Categories     Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 gallon red sangria
1 whole lemon peel
3 cinnamon sticks
3 whole cloves, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir sangria, whole lemon peel, cinnamon sticks, and cloves together in a pot; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 16.3 mg

GLüHWEIN (NON-ALCOHOLIC VERSION)



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This is a non-alcoholic version of German Gluhwein that most German families traditionally serve at Christimastime.

Provided by Northwestgal

Categories     Beverages

Time 25m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups apple juice
2 cups black tea
2 tablespoons sugar
1 lemon
1 orange
1 cinnamon stick
2 cloves

Steps:

  • Slowly heat the apple juice and tea in a pan.
  • Squeeze the juice from the lemon and orange, keeping the peels.
  • Add the lemon and orange juices, sugar, peels, and spices to the pan and heat without boiling (about 15-20 minutes).
  • Carefully strain the mixture through a sieve and serve.

WEIHNACHTSBOWLE GLUHWEIN



Weihnachtsbowle Gluhwein image

A delicious beverage to keep adults warm and festive for the winter holiday months. Serve warm and keep warm in a slow cooker for a party. This recipe serves 4 but can easily be multiplied. Add more spices and/or sugar as desired.

Provided by marthajones

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     German

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 sugar cubes
2 (750 milliliter) bottles red wine
1 (3 inch) cinnamon stick
1 whole nutmeg
1 whole star anise pods
1 ½ cups sour cherries - drained, juice reserved
1 orange, thinly sliced
3 fluid ounces kirschwasser

Steps:

  • Combine the sugar cubes, wine, cinnamon stick, nutmeg, and star anise in a saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the mixture begins to foam.
  • Remove from heat and transfer to a slow cooker to keep warm. Stir in the sour cherries and their juice; add the kirschwasser and the orange slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.2 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 22 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

GLüHWEIN (MULLED WINE) - DEBROSSES RESTAURANT, BERLIN



Glühwein (Mulled Wine) - Debrosses Restaurant, Berlin image

The recipe is different from others posted in that it contains raisins and almonds. The English translation of Glühwein is "glow wine." The mulled wine got its name because it radiates heat and gives the drinker a glow.

Provided by swissms

Categories     Beverages

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (750 ml) bottle dry red wine
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup raisins
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1 tablespoon anisette
1 cinnamon stick, broken in half
4 whole cloves
1/4 teaspoon packed finely grated lemon peel
1/4 teaspoon packed finely grated orange peel
1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise

Steps:

  • Combine wine, sugar, raisins, almonds, anisette, cinnamon stick, cloves, lemon peel, and orange peel in heavy large saucepan.
  • Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean and then add bean.
  • Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar dissolves. Reduce heat and simmer 15 minutes to blend flavors.
  • (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, cover, and chill. Bring to simmer before serving.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.9, Fat 3.5, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 8.5, Carbohydrate 25.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 19.3, Protein 1.9

GLüHWEIN (HOT GERMAN HOLIDAY WINE)



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This is a special Christmas light watching wine. I make this every year for the holidays. The guys would drive and the ladies would have this while we were out looking at the Christmas Lights. This is fun for Holiday Parties. The house would be filled with spices. It has the most wonderful smell.....The first time I tried...

Provided by JoSele Swopes

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

12 clove cloves, whole
4 stick cinnamon stick
1 c brown sugar, lightly packed
3 slice lemon
3 slice orange
1 bottle port wine
1 bottle burgundy wine
2 bottle water, warm
3 slice gala apple
1 large tea ball
OR USE A COFFEE FILTER AND TIE THE SPICES
INSIDE WITH A TWISTY TIE AND HANG
INSIDE THE POT WITH TIE OR TEA BALL

Steps:

  • 1. In large Dutch oven or a large coffee percolator. Put all spices into tea ball, if you do no have a tea ball use a coffee filter place into liquid.
  • 2. pour into pan all wine, brown sugar, water, lemons and oranges, and apple slices. Heat till piping hot leave spices in wine. Stir and serve hot..........any left over wine pour into pitcher. You may reheat in micro wave or on stove cup at a time. Enjoy.....

GLUHWEIN RECIPE



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Categories     Citrus

Yield 2-3 people

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 bottle of dry red wine (750 ml)
1 lemon
2 sticks cinnamon
3 cloves
3 T sugar
some cardamom (ginger)

Steps:

  • Heat the red wine in a pot but don't let it boil. Cut the lemon into slices and add to the wine. Then add the cinnamon, cloves, sugar and a little cardamom or ginger (to taste). Heat everything for about 5 minutes (but do not boil) and let stand about an hour. Before serving , reheat and strain. Serve in prewarmed mugs.

GLüHWEIN TEA (GERMAN APPLE TEA) RECIPE - (4.7/5)



Glühwein tea (German apple tea) Recipe - (4.7/5) image

Provided by á-39535

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups apple juice
2 cups black tea
2 Tablespoons sugar
1 lemon
1 orange
1 cinnamon stick
2 cloves

Steps:

  • Slowly heat the apple juice and tea in a pan. Squeeze the juice from the lemon and orange, keeping the peels. Add the lemon and orange juices, sugar, peels, and spices to the pan and heat without boiling. Carefully strain the mixture through a sieve and serve.

Tips for Making the Best Glühwein

  • Choose a good quality red wine. A full-bodied red wine with a fruity flavor, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or a Merlot, will work well. Avoid using a wine that is too tannic or acidic.
  • Use fresh spices. Whole spices, such as cloves, cinnamon sticks, and star anise, will give your Glühwein the best flavor. Avoid using ground spices, as they will not infuse the wine as well.
  • Sweeten your Glühwein to taste. You can use sugar, honey, or maple syrup to sweeten your Glühwein. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Serve your Glühwein hot. Glühwein is best served hot, so make sure to heat it up before serving. You can heat it up in a saucepan over low heat or in a slow cooker.
  • Garnish your Glühwein with a lemon twist or an orange slice. This will add a festive touch and help to brighten up the flavor of the wine.

Conclusion

Glühwein is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for enjoying during the holiday season. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With these tips, you can make the best Glühwein that will impress your friends and family.

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