A Little Spice and a Warm Memory of Milan
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As the days grow shorter and the evenings cooler, a pot of mulled wine or how we say in German, Glühwein, is a welcome way to bring people together.
This spiced, warm wine is a favorite at German Christmas markets – and just as enjoyable at home.
How Germans Often Serve Glühwein
Glühwein is one of the symbols of the German Weihnachtsmarkt (Christmas market). On cold winter evenings, people gather around market stalls with a hot mug of Glühwein to warm themselves, socialize, and enjoy the festive atmosphere. It has become an important part of German Christmas culture. Scroll down to discover how to make your own mulled wine at home!
At German Christmas markets you'll commonly find:
- Classic red Glühwein
- White Glühwein (made with Riesling or other white wines)
- Glühwein mit Schuss (with a shot of rum, amaretto, or brandy)
- Kinderpunsch (alcohol-free fruit punch)
The drink pairs perfectly with:
- Gingerbread (Lebkuchen)
- Roasted almonds
- Stollen
- Bratwurst
Homemade Mulled Wine Recipe:
Historical Fact
Although Glühwein is strongly associated with Germany, the idea of mulled wine actually goes back to the Roman Empire. The Romans heated wine and mixed it with spices and honey, partly to improve the taste of wine and partly as a warming drink during cold weather. As the Roman Empire expanded across Europe, they spread this practice to many regions.
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