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Mulling Spices For Wine Apple Cider Recipe

Save money and impress your friends with this easy-to-make mulling spice blend! Perfect for gifting during the holidays, this recipe creates beautiful spice bags ideal for adding warmth and flavor to apple cider, cranberry juice, or red wine. Skip the expensive store-bought options and create a thoughtful, aromatic gift that's sure to delight. These charming spice bags are also a wonderful addition to any gift basket or a cozy treat presented in a festive mug.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 9.8 kcal
Protein 0g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mulling Spices For Wine Apple Cider

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How to Make Mulling Spices For Wine Apple Cider

  1. Gently open 5-6 green cardamom pods and remove the seeds. Discard the pods.
  2. Lightly crush the cardamom seeds using a mortar and pestle or the back of a spoon.
  3. In a small bowl, combine the crushed cardamom seeds with 1 tablespoon whole cloves, 1 tablespoon whole allspice berries, and the zest of 1 large orange.
  4. Cut four 4-inch squares of cheesecloth or muslin.
  5. Place 2 teaspoons of the spice mixture in the center of each cheesecloth square.
  6. Bring the corners of the cheesecloth together and tie securely with kitchen twine to create a small sachet.
  7. Tie 3 cinnamon sticks to each spice bag using kitchen twine.
  8. Repeat steps 5-7 until all the spice mixture is used.
  9. **To Use:** Place 1 spice bag in 1 quart of apple cider, cranberry juice, or red wine.
  10. Simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse the liquid.
  11. Serve warm and enjoy! The spice bags can be reused multiple times.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

0g

Carbs

0g

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15 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Occasion 5 Ingredients Or Less Beverages Fruit Easy Fall Winter Dietary Gifts Seasonal Apples