Winter Wonderland White Wine Delight

White Glühwein is a delightful and lighter alternative to the traditional red Glühwein. Made with white wine, orange juice, and a blend of warm spices, this cozy cocktail is perfect for chilly evenings. Serve it with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange for a touch of festive charm.

Winter Wonderland White Wine Delight

A delightful and lighter alternative to traditional Glühwein, this cozy cocktail is made with white wine, orange juice, and a blend of warm spices.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup White Wine (Chardonnay or Riesling)
  • 1/4 cup Orange Juice
  • Juice from 1/2 Mandarin
  • 2 tbsp Orange Liqueur (Triple Sec)
  • 1/4 Lemon, sliced
  • 1/4 Orange, sliced
  • 1 Cinnamon Stick
  • 1 Star Anise (whole)
  • 2 Allspice Berries (whole)
  • 2 Cloves (whole)
  • 1 tsp Sugar (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the white wine, orange juice, and orange liqueur.
  2. Add the sliced orange and lemon, along with the spices.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness with sugar if needed.
  5. Let it simmer for another 15 minutes.
  6. Taste again, and simmer for an additional 15 minutes if desired.
  7. Keep it on low heat for an hour or more to intensify the flavors.
  8. Serve warm and garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange.