A winter tradition dating back to 15th century Germany, Glühwein (pronounced GLOO-vine) is a style of sweet, mulled wine that has been keeping spirits bright for more than 600 years. Our supplier in Germany makes a particularly tasty rendition from a recipe of 100% Sangiovese, which they spice with cinnamon, vanilla, cloves, nutmeg, and the zest of orange and lemon. Here in the States, they call it Hark and Holly Glühwein. And at Trader Joe's, we call it one of our favorite ways to keep warm during the holidays.

Simply heat a few mugs’ worth of Hark and Holly on the stovetop, then serve to your guests as an aperitif with appetizers (we find its rich, fruity spice is especially suited to cheese and crackers) or as a nightcap at the end of your wintry revels. Just be sure to pick your bottle up soon—we only carry Hark and Holly during the holidays.