Mulled Apple Cider
Apple cider that is slowly simmered with citrus, berries and the warming spices that remind us of the holidays.
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Apple Cider or Unsweetened Apple Juice
- 1 Cup Orange Juice
- 3 Whole Cloves
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
- 1 Pinch Ground Nutmeg
- 2 Anise Stars
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Cranberries
- 1 Apple
- 1 Orange
Optional ingredients
- 1 Tbsp Real Maple Syrup This can be more or less to taste.
- Rum, Whiskey, Bourbon or Brandy Have this option available on the side, the alcohol does burn off if left on the heat.
Instructions
Stove Top
- In a large sauce pan add the cider, orange juice, maple syrup (If needed), and spices.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer (low heat) for 45 minutes.
- While the cider is cooking, clean the cranberries and set aside.
- Clean and slice the orange, lemon and apple, set aside.
- After 45 minutes, add the sliced fruit and berries, turn off the heat and cover.
- Let the cider sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Ladle the cider into mugs and serve warm.
Slow Cooker
- Pour the cider, orange juice, maple syrup (if needed), fruits, berries, and spices into a medium sized slow cooker.
- Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 3 to 4 hours.
- Ladle the cider into mugs and serve.