Ingredients for Mulled Cider With Winter Spices
- 6 cups apple cider
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- Orange Peel
- Bay Leaf
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks (about 4 inches total)
- Whole Cloves
- Whole Allspice
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Pinch of salt
- Applejack
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How to Make Mulled Cider With Winter Spices
- In a large saucepan, combine 6 cups apple cider, 1/2 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 whole star anise, 4 whole cloves, 2 cinnamon sticks (about 4 inches total), 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice, and a pinch of salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Remove from heat and carefully strain the mulled cider through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth-lined strainer into a heatproof pitcher or individual mugs.
- Serve immediately, garnished with a cinnamon stick. Offer applejack brandy (1-2 ounces per serving) separately for those who prefer an alcoholic version.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
3g
Fat
0g
Carbs
1g
