Punches
Glogg
Glogg is an alcoholic punch built on Wine (Port. It leans dried fruit, spice and dark fruit. Built and served in a Punch Cup.
Nutrition information is not yet available for this drink.
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How hard is it to make?
Why: 7 ingredients, flamed drink
Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.
Ingredients
- 2 750-mlWine (PortFortified Wine
- 2.0 ozCream SherryFortified Wine
- 2.0 ozClaretOther
- 20 Cardamom SeedsBurgundyOther
- 1 garnishDried Orange PeelGarnish
- to tasteCinnamon sticksOther
- to tasteclovesModifier
How to Make It
- Pour the wine into a kettle.Pour
- Insert cheesecloth bag containing remaining ingredients and boil slowly for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.Stirred
- Add 1 lb.Add
- each blanched almonds and seedless raisins and continue to boil for additional 15 minutes.Add
- Remove kettle from stove and place wire grill containing 1 lb.
- lump sugar over opening.
- Pour one 750-ml Brandy over sugar, making sure to saturate all of it.Pour
- Then light sugar with match and let it flame.
- After sugar has melted, replace kettle cover to extinguish flame.
- Stir again and remove spice bag.Stirred
- Serve hot in punch cups with a few almonds and raisins.Serve
How to Serve
- Glass
- Punch Cup
- Temperature
- Warm
- Method
- Stirred
Taste profile
Primary flavours
Supporting notes
Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.
Estimated sensory profile
- Bold and complex
When to serve
- PartySuggested from the drink's flavour and serve.
Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, and strict multi-signal supplemental rule matches.
Diet & lifestyle
Compatible, based on the listed ingredients
May be limited
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Frequently asked questions
- What is a Glogg?
- The Glogg is a punch made with 7 ingredients, traditionally served in a Punch Cup. It is a non-alcoholic drink.
- What does a Glogg taste like?
- Glogg has a flavour profile featuring Dried Fruit, Spice, Dark Fruit, Earthy. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
- How strong is a Glogg?
- The strength of Glogg depends on the exact measures and spirits used. Check the individual ingredient quantities in the recipe above for a precise estimate.
- When is a Glogg typically served?
- Glogg is often suggested for Party, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
- What drinks are similar to a Glogg?
- If you enjoy Glogg, the suggestions on this page surface other punches with a similar spirit base or fruit profile. Most punch recipes adapt easily — swap one juice or spirit to create a close variation.
- How much Glogg should I make?
- Punch recipes scale easily — multiply each ingredient by the number of guests. Allow roughly one 150–200ml serving per person per hour. Mix everything except sparkling elements at least an hour ahead and add ice and soda just before serving to preserve carbonation.
- What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
- Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare punchs at a glance and find ones with similar character.
- How do I use sensory profiles to find punchs I like?
- Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Glogg with other punchs. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.