Festive Glühwein Delight

Spiced German Glühwein is a delightful German-style holiday mulled red wine recipe. It's infused with the warm flavors of oranges, cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, along with a hint of brandy. This festive holiday punch alternative brings comfort and joy to any gathering.

Festive Glühwein Delight

A delightful German-style mulled red wine infused with oranges, cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and brandy, perfect for holiday celebrations.

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

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup orange juice
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 whole dried cloves
  • 1/2 cinnamon stick
  • 1 whole star anise
  • 5 oz dry red wine
  • 1 tablespoon brandy
  • Garnish: orange slice, cinnamon stick, star anise

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine orange juice and sugar, simmering over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
  2. Add cloves, cinnamon stick, and star anise and simmer until the liquid is reduced and starts to thicken.
  3. Reduce heat to medium-low and add red wine, being careful not to simmer or boil.
  4. Add brandy, heating just below a simmer for about 15 minutes.
  5. Serve warm with an orange slice.