it’s cold. there’s snow on the ground. so we got real cozy.

I’m talking about: twinkly lights, fuzzy chair covers, holiday decor, & mulled wine.

We go all out for the holidays and winter season. Why? Because we believe it’s important to embrace this snowy, icy season (because it’s not going anywhere). So, grab a warm mug of mulled wine and cozy up at Soldier Creek to keep the winter blues at bay!

as you can see, there is much hygge (cozy) happening!

But, what the devil is mulled wine?! Mulled wine, or Glühwein to the Germans, is a seasonal drink. Simply, it’s {red} wine that has been warmed up and spiced. The usual spices are: cloves, cinnamon, anise, & orange. The result: warm coziness in your mouth! We are serving it up in festive mugs for the entire winter season, to keep you warm and happy– so don’t hesitate to try some! I promise, no regrets. I mean, if an entire nation can consume it for the full month of December, it must be delicious right?! (I’m looking at you, Germans!)

How about a brief history of the drink?

Since we (at SCW) base our mulled wine recipe off of the recipes for Glühwein, let’s look at the history of this drink in Germany. The name, Glühwein, literally translates to “glow wine”…and no, Patrice, it’s not because the drink makes you glow! *eye roll* It’s derived from how they used to warm it– by using red hot irons!

The original recipe of the drink hasn’t changed much from its origination– wine, citrus, cinnamon, star anise, cloves, vanilla, and some sugar. In Germany, they also offer this drink with a shot of rum or amaretto… we will not be doing this at the winery, but feel free to do so at home!

One thing that’s constant through the years– you know it’s the holiday season when you have a mug of Glühwein in your hands! Embrace the cold, get cozy, get a mug of mulled wine at Soldier Creek and enjoy the winter season.

as always, with midbest love,

Meg