Some herbal teas are simply more delightful to drink than the rest, and mint tea is one of them. Because mint tea has a menthol flavor and aroma, you might be wondering if it’s the same as peppermint tea. Mint tea can be referred to as peppermint tea if it contains peppermint leaves only. However,…
Have you ever experienced baking pastries, then wondered when can you use pancake mix instead of flour? Pancake mix can be used in frying and baking. It can also be used in making pastries like bread, cakes, cookies, pizza, and waffles. Pancake mix is an easy-to-use and readily available alternative for flour, which is an…
Nothing beats the feeling of drinking gluhwein while you are wrapped inside a blanket or sitting in front of the fireplace while it is chilly outside. The delicious aroma of whole spices like cinnamon and cloves mixed with the zest of citrus fruits simmered lightly in Red wine makes it taste like Christmas in a…
As Christmas draws near, one hot beverage makes an appearance in homes across the world, but especially in Europe: mulled wine, or as the Germans would have it: Gluhwein. Served hot or warm, this spiced wine concoction is the traditional drink of the festive season. A stroll through any European Christmas market will have you…
Gluhwein, more popularly known as the mulled wine, is a delicious staple Christmas drink. Mainly found in the festive markets of Germany, this beverage is just a big warm hug in a mug. Traditionally, it is made with a variety of spices and red wine slowly simmered down, making it perfect for cold winter nights….
Gluhwein, infused with spices synonymous with the festive season (think cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves), is one of the hottest sellers in Christmas markets across Germany. There, you can get it in ceramic mugs. The popularity of this wine is such that its bottled version sells just as well. However, one dilemma when buying Gluhwein…
Gluhwein– a classic German Christmas staple– is traditionally prepared with red wine and a whole lot of aromatic ingredients. Although this warm beverage is excellent for cozy nights and dinner tables, you might want to try out something new this time. Mulled white wine is an excellent winter drink that you can make with beautiful…
A decanter adds elegance and style to any room. The crystal shows off the bourbon’s natural hues, and pouring bourbon from a decanter is far more stylish than from a bottle. But how long should one keep bourbon in a decanter before it loses its flavor? You can keep bourbon in a glass decanter for…
Port is one of the fortified wines that boast a long shelf life. If left unopened and stored properly, it can last for decades and has an indefinite lifespan. Unfortunately, its lifespan is cut short after opening. Port in a decanter can last between two weeks to three months. The amount of time it can…
Have you ever visited a high-end bar where bartenders served vodka and other drinks in elegant crystal decanters? Decanters can enhance the way you pour alcohol and may improve the taste of fine wine, but keeping some beverages in a decanter for too long may cause them to go sour. So, what about Vodka? You…