Wine Quiz - Festive Drinks from Around the Globe
Test your Knowledge on Drinks from Around the Globe
The Scandinavia: A warm, spiced wine often enjoyed during Christmas in Scandinavian countries. It’s typically made with red wine, sugar, spices like cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves, and sometimes spirits like vodka or aquavit. It’s often served with raisins and almonds.
Eggnog (United States and Canada): A rich, creamy beverage made with milk, cream, sugar, whipped egg whites, and egg yolks. In North America, it’s traditionally consumed during the Christmas season. It’s often spiked with brandy, rum, or bourbon.
Coquito (Puerto Rico): A traditional Christmas drink similar to eggnog but made with coconut milk. It also includes condensed milk, rum, vanilla, and cinnamon. This drink is creamy and tropical, offering a unique twist on the classic holiday flavors.
Mulled Wine (Europe): Popular across many European countries, this drink involves red wine heated with various mulling spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, along with orange zest. It’s a staple at Christmas markets and a warming choice for cold winter nights.
Ponche Navide (Mexico): A traditional Mexican Christmas punch. It’s a hot drink made with fresh fruits like guava, apples, and oranges, hibiscus flowers, tamarind, sugar cane, and spices. It’s often served with a shot of rum or brandy and is especially popular during the posadas, the nine days of religious observance leading up to Christmas.