Cozy Cardamom Gløgg

This cozy mulled white wine, infused with warming spices and delightful flavors, is the perfect drink to enjoy during the autumn and winter seasons. The combination of aromatic cardamom, cinnamon, star anise, and cloves creates a comforting and heartwarming beverage that will wrap you in a blanket of coziness. The addition of rum-soaked raisins and slivered almonds adds an extra layer of indulgence to this delightful drink. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply unwinding at home, the Cozy Cardamom Gløgg is sure to evoke all the warm and fuzzy feelings.

Cozy Cardamom Gløgg

A comforting mulled white wine infused with aromatic spices, rum-soaked raisins, and slivered almonds, perfect for chilly evenings.

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

Ingredients

  • 2 cardamom pods
  • 3-4 peppercorns
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 1 star anise
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Zest/peel of 1/4 orange
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons raisins
  • 1 oz rum
  • 6-8 blanched almonds
  • 6 oz dry or semi-sweet white wine
  • 1 cup apple cider

Instructions

  1. Place the raisins in a glass and cover them with rum to soak for a few hours.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the spices, brown sugar, orange peel, and water. Simmer the mixture covered for about an hour, ensuring the sugar dissolves. Add more water if necessary.
  3. Strain the extract and store it in a bottle in the fridge if not using immediately.
  4. Heat the apple cider in a large pot, then turn off the stove. Pour in the wine, the strained extract, soaked raisins, and any remaining rum from the glass.
  5. Heat the wine mixture until it is just hot enough to avoid boiling off the alcohol. Once the edges start to bubble, it is ready.
  6. Place the blanched almonds at the bottom of the mug, then ladle the wine and raisins into the mugs. Enjoy the comforting Cozy Cardamom Gløgg!