This Christmas Season, Try These 5 Popular Mulled Wines 

By Deepali Verma

December 11, 2023

These alluring mulled wine variants can bring a touch of classic joy to your Christmas celebrations. 

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Glühwein 

Originating from Germany, Glühwein infuses red wine with a blend of spices, including cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Served at Christmas markets, it's a quintessential winter warmer.  

Glogg 

Hailing from Scandinavia, Glogg incorporates spices, almonds, and raisins, often spiked with brandy or aquavit. This robust mulled wine is cherished during Nordic winter festivities.  

Smoking Bishop 

Inspired by Victorian England and popularized by Charles Dickens, Smoking Bishop combines red wine, port, citrus, sugar, and spices, creating an aromatic, steaming delight.  

Oinomelo 

Tracing back to ancient Greece, Oinomelo features red wine, honey, and spices, offering a historical and flavorful mulled wine experience. 

Negus 

Rooted in British history, Negus is a simpler mulled wine, combining red wine with water, sugar, and spices like nutmeg and cinnamon, providing a timeless and approachable option.