Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 bottle (750ml) red wine
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 8 cloves
- 12 cardamom pods
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
- 1 orange, zested and juiced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup brandy (optional)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
20 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the wine, water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, cardamom pods, raisins, almonds, walnuts, orange zest, orange juice, lemon zest, and lemon juice.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in the brandy, if using.
- Serve warm in small glasses or mugs, garnished with additional orange zest or cinnamon sticks.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1 cup):
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 5g
Dish Characteristics:
- Warm and comforting
- Sweet and spicy
- Festive and Scandinavian-inspired
User Comments:
- "This glogg is the perfect blend of American sweetness and Scandinavian spice. It's a wonderful holiday treat."
- "The flavors are so rich and flavorful. I love the hint of brandy that really adds a special touch."
- "I've never had glogg before, but this recipe was so easy to follow and turned out so delicious. It's a keeper!"
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use a full-bodied red wine for a richer flavor.
- Be careful not to burn the spices. If they start to smoke, remove them from the heat immediately.
- Serve the glogg warm, not boiling, to avoid bitterness.
- If you don't have brandy on hand, you can substitute with another spirit of your choice, such as rum or vodka.
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the brandy and substitute with additional orange or apple juice.
