Apple glühwein
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. For this invigorating beverage, choose an aromatic dry or semi-dry white wine and spices to your taste. You can add vanilla sugar or citrus flavoring, various berries such as raspberry, cherry, or strawberry, or fruits like oranges, lemons, and mandarins. The drink is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Instead of an orange, you can use 1-2 tangerines.
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Step 2
Wash the apples in water, cut them into four parts, and remove the core. Slice the quarters and place them into a saucepan or pot. Pour boiling water over a quarter of a lemon, then slice it and add to the container with the apple slices.
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Step 3
Pour boiling water over the orange to prevent the essential oils in the peel from releasing bitterness. Slice it and add to the other cut fruits in the pot. It is advisable to remove any seeds from the fruit if present.
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Step 4
Add granulated sugar. You can also add a little vanilla sugar or any other flavoring to taste. If you want to replace sugar with honey, add it to the glühwein after it has been cooked and cooled down to 35 degrees, as honey should not be boiled.
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Step 5
Add cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon, allspice berries, and star anise to the container. If you prefer stronger aromas and flavors, add a couple of bay leaves.
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Step 6
Pour in warm water and place the container on the stove. Boil for about 5-8 minutes, allowing the slices to release their flavor, color, and aroma into the liquid.
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Step 7
Then turn off the heat and pour in the white wine, gently stir and cover the container with a lid so the drink can steep. Let it sit, covered, for another 3-5 minutes.
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Step 8
Pour the hot apple glühwein into glasses and mugs, and serve it at the table, gathering family and friends.