Rolf's Scandinavian Glogg

Ingredients

• 4 whole Cardamom Pods
• 0.25 cup Cinnamon Stick
• 25 whole Clove
• 1 whole Orange Peel
• 2 qt Port
• 2 qt Red Wine
• 1.5 cup Raisins
• 1 cup Blanched Almonds
• 2 cups Granulated Sugar
• 0.8 qt Brandy

Instructions

1. Remove seeds from the cardamom pods and place them with the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange peel into a cheesecloth bag.
2. Combine 1 qt of port, 1 qt of red wine, raisins, and the spice bag in a pot. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
3. Add the remaining port, red wine, and blanched almonds to the pot. Heat the mixture thoroughly, ensuring the alcohol does not evaporate.
4. In a separate pan, mix the sugar with one-third of the brandy. Carefully light the brandy on fire to melt the sugar, then add the remaining brandy once the sugar has melted.
5. Pour the brandy mixture into the wine and port mixture, gently combining the two.
6. Serve in an Irish Coffee Cup and enjoy.