Glühwein

Ingredients & Supplies

• 1.5 liters Red Wine (Dry)
• 120 ml Sugar (1/2 Cup)
• 6 Cinnamon Sticks
• 5-10 Cloves
• 60 ml Lemon Juice (1/4 Cup)
• 1 Orange
• 200 ml Dark Rum (about 5 shots)
• 350 ml Amaretto (about 8 shots)

Directions

The perfect way to keep warm during the holidays! Start by pouring the 1.5 liters of wine into a large pot. Add the sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and lemon juice to the pot, along with two or three slices of orange. Heat but do not boil, making sure to stir frequently. Once the Glühwein has been heated, add the rum and/or amaretto, stir well, and serve. Makes about 12 servings.

Note: It should go without saying that the wine used will have the greatest impact on the final taste of the Glühwein, so buy accordingly. We suggest a French or Italian merlot.

Variation 1: Replace the red wine with a white wine for a fruitier taste.

Variation 2: Refrain from adding rum or amaretto and allow the Glühwein to boil for a while to make an alcohol-free version for the designated driver.

This drink was featured in Season 2, Episode 1.