Description
This Mulled Cider is a simple, delightful drink filled with warm spices and rich apple flavor. Perfect for gatherings, it brings comfort and joy to any chilly evening.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole nutmeg
- 10 allspice berries
- 10 cloves
- 2 star anise
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1/2 gallon apple cider
- 1/4 cup rum (optional)
- 1 small orange (for garnish)
- Whole cranberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Toast spices in a pot for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add apple cider to the pot and heat just below simmer for 1 hour.
- Transfer to a slow cooker or Instant Pot and cook on low for 3 hours if preferred.
- Stir in optional rum and garnish with orange slices and cranberries.
Notes
Whole spices enhance flavor more than ground spices; consider adjusting based on availability.
Cider can be refrigerated for up to 5 days and reheated gently on the stove.
Adding chopped apples or pears can create a thicker texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
