Mulled “Glow” Wine

Glühwein

Preparation info
  • Makes

    10 to 14

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Kaffeehaus: Exquisite Desserts from the Classic Cafes of Vienna, Budapest, and Prague

By Rick Rodgers

Published 2002

  • About

The bitter cold winter weather makes mulled wine a coffeehouse staple that stays on the menu until springtime warmth is well established. It is served from stands at the outdoor Christmas markets throughout Vienna—a necessary evil if ever there was one. The hint of vanilla in this version makes it extraordinary.

There are a few caveats to making great Glühwein. First, start with a fruity wine that’s not too dry or full-bodied. Be sure to use a nonreactive pot (stainless steel or ena