Boozy Spiced Orange Infusion

This cozy and delightful glühwein recipe is infused with the warming flavor of spiced rum and a hint of citrus. It's the perfect drink to warm you up on a chilly evening, and the added booze adds an extra kick to this traditional German beverage.

Boozy Spiced Orange Infusion

A warm and boozy spiced rum-infused glühwein with a citrus twist, perfect for chilly evenings.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 medium orange
  • 5 oz. red wine
  • 2 tbsp spiced rum
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 clove
  • 1 star anise pod
  • 2 tsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Slice the orange into rounds, reserving a few slices for garnish.
  2. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the red wine, spiced rum, remaining orange slices, cinnamon stick, clove, star anise, and granulated sugar.
  3. Gently heat the mixture until it is just below simmering, and let it infuse for about 20 minutes, being careful not to bring it to a boil.
  4. Serve the glühwein in heatproof cups or mugs, garnished with a fresh slice of orange.