Delicious flavors were found among non-alcoholic mulled wine novelties.
According to Iltalehti’s jury, the winner of non-alcoholic mulled wine was Alko’s non-alcoholic mulled wine. The bottle is the third from the right in the picture. Rosa Bröijer
This time, Iltalehti’s mulled wine test tasted ten interesting novelty mulled wines. The test was conducted as a blind test and the glögs were given school grades of 4-10. The cheapest option surprised the jury with both its smell and taste.
1st place: Ystävän Glögi Strawberry & redcurrant, 50 cl, Alko Oy
Price: €3.99
Manufacturer’s description: Red, ripe lingonberry, redcurrant, gentle apple, cinnamon, light cardamom.
Radiant comments:
– A very traditional, rich taste.
– Berry scent, sweet, but not an overly safe choice. It is sure to suit many tastes.
– It’s going to be a really Christmassy feeling.
Rating: 8.5
2nd place: Loimu winter apple, 75 cl, Lignell & Piispanen
Price: €4.49
Manufacturer’s description: Alcohol-free Loimu Talviomena charms with soft appleiness and a warm hint of cinnamon. Fresh apple combines with traditional winter spices to create a light, warming taste experience.
Radiant comments:
– The perfect choice if you want a slightly different mulled wine without compromising on good taste. I could have my Christmas table.
– Not too sweet, suitably spicy.
Grade: 8
3rd place: Blossa glögg Pumpkin Spice, 75 c, 0.5 vol% Anora Sweden AB
Price: €4.99
Manufacturer’s description: Blossa Pumpkin Spice is an alcohol-free mulled wine that offers rich, seasonally inspired flavors. Blossa’s characteristic spices ginger and clove are accompanied by warm notes of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Radiant comments:
– A candy-like scent.
– Candy-like sweet, a little toffee and apple. An exciting acquaintance.
– I drink this at other times except Christmas.
Rating: 7.5
4th place: Loimu Premium mulled wine non-alcoholic, 75 cl, 0.5 vol%, Lignell & Piispanen
Price: €13.25
Manufacturer’s description: Loimu Premium is a non-alcoholic mulled wine flavored with blueberry and traditional Christmas spices in a luxurious gold-colored Loimu bottle.
Radiant comments:
– This has a soft red wine-like flavor and a hint of spiciness. A warming and stylish drink.
– A nice change from the familiar mulled wine.
– Soft aroma, tastes like red wine.
Rating: 7
5th place: Jouluglögi Tiiviste, 50 cl (ready-made 2L) Anora Group Plc
Price: €2.99
Manufacturer’s description: Christmas mulled wine is made with a traditional recipe as a winter season warmer and festive drink.
Radiant comments:
– A cloying smell, but the taste is really good. Full-bodied, suitably spicy, not too sweet.
– Strange smell, but soft and rich taste.
Rating: 6.5
Shared 6th place: Blossa 25 Alperna alcohol-free, 75 c, 0.5 vol%, Anora Sweden AB
Available at selected K group grocery stores.
– Spicy aroma, red wine first impression.
– Suitable for more mature tastes, very moderately sweet.
Grade: 6
Shared 6th place: Jouluaitta pale mulled wine, 1L, Lidl Suomi Ky
Price: €1.65
An apple juice-based mulled wine seasoned with traditional spices.
– Apple-like, very light. It tastes good, like liquid apple pie.
– Gentle and pleasant smell and taste. This could be a good argument.
– Nice and appley smell.
Grade: 6
8th place: Hans Välimäki vintage mulled wine 2025 Lionnen Vin Chaud, 1 L, Kaskein
Price: €6.85
Manufacturer’s description: Vin Chaud is as if it was created in Finland. Although, in my opinion, a little more refined than domestic mulled wine. The spiciness is not as harsh, but the idea is to warm a delicate moment with the drink, which can be spiked with red wine if desired.
Radiant comments:
– At first sip, you could think that he is alcoholic.
– The color is beautiful.
– Strong candy comes to mind. A little peppery.
Rating: 5.5
Shared 9th place: Kaino drinks Rose glogg, 75 c, Poikain parhaat Oy Ltd
Price: €10.90
Manufacturer’s description: Alcohol-free organic rose mulled wine made from Finnish rose.
Radiant comments:
– Somehow a rosy taste. Christmas is missing.
– Maybe this would be more suitable for cool summer nights.
– An exciting scent, it reminds me of rosehip.
Rating: 5
Shared 9th place: Nordic Glögi, 75 cl, Nordic Berries & more
Price: €4.65
Manufacturer’s description: Traditional alcohol-free mulled wine made from domestic berries.
Radiant comments:
– Dry and crisp.
– Tastes like homemade juice.
– Very dry and cherry-like taste.
Rating: 5