Jagertee (also Jägertee) is an alcoholic punch historically made by mixing "Inländer-Rum" with spiced black tea. It is served warm and is typically consumed during winter in the cold parts of Central Europe. Although Jagertee is easily made at home, ready-made mixtures which already contain spices and

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are sold in shops. The Austrian rum '' Stroh'' is often used for making it; this brand also produces its own ready-made variety. Jagertee has become a popular '' après-ski'' drink, especially among tourists in the Alps. Jagertee carts sell the beverage outside at ski resorts and winter festivals.

Etymology

The name ''Jagertee'' (alternatively ''Jagatee'' or ''Jägertee'') is derived from the Austro-Bavarian pronunciation of the

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''Jäger'' "hunter" + ''Tee'' "tea". According to EC Regulation 110/2008, Annex III, No. 32, it is a

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reserved for the beverage made in Austria. Therefore, varieties made in Germany are sold under names like ''Hüttentee'' ("hut tea") or ''Förstertee'' ("forester tea"). It has also been sold under the name of '' Grog'' in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Some rural establishments also serve ''Wilderertee'' (" poacher's tea"), which is even stronger.

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