Glogg

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Sweet and spicy, this warm punch is perfect for your trim-a-tree party, New Year’s Eve bash, or Groundhog Day celebration.

Ingredients:

• Zest of ½ orange
• One 4-inch cinnamon stick
• 4 cloves
• 2 cardamom pods
• 1 bottle (750 milliliters) red wine (such as cabernet)
• 3 tablespoons honey
• 6 ounces blended whiskey
• 2 tablespoons raisins
• ¼ cup whole almonds, toasted

Method:

1. Combine the orange zest, cinnamon, cloves, cardamom, wine, and honey in a medium saucepan.
2. Place over medium heat until warm.
3. Remove from the heat, cover, and let steep for 1 to 2 hours.
4. Strain the mixture and return to the pan.
5. Add the whiskey, raisins, and almonds.
6. Place over low heat until the glogg is warm.
7. Serve in mugs, making sure to include some raisins and almonds in each.
8. Keep warm over very low heat.

Note: Toast the almonds in a skillet over medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes or until fragrant, stirring constantly.