Nordic Glögg is a cherished Scandinavian
holiday tradition dating back to the 16th
century. Originally a warming drink for
winter travellers, it evolved into a festive
staple enjoyed during Advent and
Christmas gatherings. Its name comes
from the Swedish term glödgat vin—
"glowing wine"—and today, the spiced
aroma of Glögg symbolises warmth,
togetherness, and the cozy spirit of
Nordic winters.
Nordic Glögg
1 orange (preferably Seville)
1 bottle of red wine
1½ tsp. ground ginger
2½ cinnamon sticks
7 green cardamom pods
15–16 whole cloves
85 g sugar
Garnish
Flaked almonds and raisins
For an extra kick, add a splash of aquavit,
vodka, rum or Cognac (optional)
Nordic Glögg
1. Preheat the oven to 95°C. Peel small strips
from the orange, arrange on a baking tray
lined with baking paper and leave in the
oven for two to three hours, until the strips
of orange peel have completely dried.
2. Pour the wine into a pan, add the spices
and orange peel, and heat to around 80°C,
stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove and
leave to infuse for at least an hour.
3. To serve, reheat and place a few flaked
almonds and raisins in the bottom of
your serving cups, and pour in the glögg.
Add a splash of aquavit or vodka just
after you've reheated the wine for an
extra warming kick.
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