Glühwein is wine that has been spiced and heated up - although not boiled! It is drunk in winter during advent and as such is strongly associated with Christmas in Germany. The main spices used are cinnamon, cloves, lemon and aniseed and both red and white wine can be used, although red wine is more common at the markets. It is also available ready-to-drink in bottles and … [Read more...]
Glühwein
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