But this year, I’m gaga for glogg. Pronounced “gluhg” (summon Liz Lemon of “30 Rock” having a bad day) and short for glodgat (“mulled”), glogg is the 400-year-old name given to ...

Technique tip: Letting the glogg sit for 30 minutes (or an hour) will really help the flavors develop. Swap option: For a nonalcoholic version, replace the wine and bourbon with 2 cups of grape ...

She also refuses to let her guests bring food, lest it clash with her theme -- a chic Scandinavian soiree centered around deceptively potent glogg (pronounced "glug"), a traditional mulled wine ...

Her father’s family toasted the holiday with glogg, a kind of mulled wine, and celebrated their Swedish heritage. Too young to imbibe, she remembers mostly its strong smell of alcohol.

Twin Cities food writer Lindsay Guentzel shares her recipes for Scandinavian Glogg and infused vodka. Lindsay's tips: Spices are key. Use whole spices and crush at home for maximum flavor.

The traditional Scandinavian holiday drink gets a luxe treatment from Aviary, the Chicago cocktail destination. Aquavit — a spirit that typically has notes of caraway — is called for in the ...

"This year has been the hardest year of my 27 years of experience," said Vikki Glogg, one of Strous' closest friends and college roommate. Signs — both physical and other — remain.

Holiday warmth can come from many sources, including mulled wine. The Swedish version - glögg - is flavored with traditional baking spices and botanicals. Kick that up a notch with the 20 percent ...