A popular mixed wine drink in Germany. Dextrose, egg yolk and sugar are beaten until frothy and wine is added. If necessary, spices such as nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves and lemon juice are also added. The drink can be served hot or chilled. In various regions, egg wine is traditionally drunk as a "fortifying wine" on New Year's Day or at Easter. The addition of egg yolk also plays a role in the wines Marsala (Sicily) and Zabaglione (Italy). See also under speciality wines and spirits.
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