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Winter spirits
Seasonal winter spirits
In addition to traditional habits that stand the test of time, seasonal products are extremely popular on the drinks scene. This is because, in addition to changing eating habits, drinking habits are also changing. Seasonal fruits and spices are the main ingredients used to create different, characterful and new flavors. Preferably without artificial sugars, colors or preservatives.
Content: 0.7 Liter (€57.00 / 1 Liter)*
Mulled wine, glögg and grog
Traditional mulled wine has its roots in central Germany and the oldest recipe dates back to 1843. Today, it is the star of Christmas markets all over Europe, but is also popular as a private treat. Depending on taste, mulled wine is made from white or red wine, with red mulled wine still being the standard. In addition to good wine, the original ingredients include citrus fruits and aromatic spices such as cinnamon, cloves, cardamom and star anise. A popular specialty in this category is Scandinavian glögg. Cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, cloves and, above all, Nordic berries provide a unique aroma and taste. The Scandinavians are known for their creativity and design, which is why new types of glögg are available online in beautiful bottles. They taste of Nordic lingonberries, hand-picked cherries or blackcurrants. On cold days, the hot glögg is served in style with a mix of raisins and almonds.
Tip: Mulled wine and Glögg taste great on their own, but also with cookies and cakes. You can also make delicious mulled wine jelly!
Grog is a typical hot drink that consists of rum and hot water and is sweetened with a little sugar. Rum is known as the spirit of the Caribbean and thanks to Christopher Columbus, the spirit spread quickly. Over the course of time, distillation methods have been refined and the ingredients have become increasingly excellent. Brown rum is excellent for hot drinks such as grog or punch. It is stored in wooden barrels, where it develops its individual color and aroma. The so-called blend is even more complex. This is a mixture of different varieties or distillates. This combination allows impressive varieties to mature. The taste test reveals aromas such as vanilla, wood, orange, plum and raisins. Did you know? The common term “groggy” expresses physical exhaustion and was originally used to describe someone who has looked too deeply into the grog glass.
Liqueurs conquer the winter days
These special spirits are often only available in the winter months. Newly interpreted hazelnut-based recipes and unusual herbal, licorice and peppermint liqueurs are definitely on trend. If the stories are to be believed, some of the winter drinks were invented in particularly cold climates.
Content: 0.7 Liter (€61.36 / 1 Liter)*
