Glühwein mit Schuβ

20/02/2021 – Poem a Day Compilation



I’m not a big fan of red wine

It irks my tastebuds so

I prefer a spirit like whiskey

Or a liqueur to give me a glow



But let that red wine smoulder

And add some rum to taste

Along with a dash of cinnamon

And none will be going to waste



You could add some cloves if you like,

And I won’t say no to star anise

A sprinkling of sugar and a dash of vanilla

A slice of orange as the final piece



But it’s too hot here in Australia

To drink it at Christmas-time

So, I’ll save it for the depths of winter

When it really comes into its prime