Traditional Danish Mulled Wine Gløgg with Spiced Citrus

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A warm and inviting Danish gløgg infused with cinnamon, cloves, and fresh orange, perfect for cozy winter evenings. This Danish-inspired holiday recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Red wine, Sugar, Water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 6 Danish cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water and 1/2 cup sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely to form a simple syrup.
  2. Step 2: Add 3 cinnamon sticks, 8 whole cloves, 1 strip of orange peel, and 5 crushed cardamom pods to the syrup. Simmer gently for 10 minutes to infuse the spices.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 1 bottle (750 ml) of red wine, stirring to combine. Warm the mixture over low heat for 15 minutes, avoiding boiling to preserve the wine’s flavor.
  4. Step 4: Stir in 1/4 cup raisins and 1/4 cup blanched almonds, then remove from heat. If desired, add 1/4 cup aquavit or brandy for an extra kick.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm in heatproof glasses, ensuring some raisins and almonds are included in each serving for texture and authenticity.

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