Gluehwein

Ingredients

• 1 bottle of dry red wine
• 1/4 cup of sugar
• 1 orange, zest and juice
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 4 cloves
• 1 star anise
• 1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon of ginger

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, sugar, orange zest and juice, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, nutmeg, and ginger.
2. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture steep for 10 minutes.
4. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into mugs or glasses.
5. Serve the Gluehwein warm or cold.

Interesting Facts

• Gluehwein is a traditional German holiday drink that is served during the Christmas season.
• The name “Gluehwein” translates to “glow wine” in English, referring to the warmth of the drink.
• Gluehwein can be made with a variety of different types of wines, including dry reds, whites, and rosés.