Spiced Mulled Cider
This drink involves simmering apple cider with fragrant spices such as cinnamon, cloves, and citrus slices. The mixture develops a warm, aromatic profile, with a clear, steaming appearance and a soothing, lightly spiced flavor that evokes cozy fall evenings.
Equipment
- Large saucepan
- Ladle
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider preferably refrigerated
- 3 sticks cinnamon or 3 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 8 whole cloves whole cloves for easy removal
- 1 large orange sliced into rounds
Instructions
- Pour the apple cider into a large saucepan and place it over medium heat.
- Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and sliced orange to the cider.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, listening for a soft bubbling sound.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the cider simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse and the aroma to fill your kitchen.
- Stir the cider gently and test the flavor, adding more spices or an extra orange slice if desired.
- Use a ladle to remove the orange slices and whole spices, straining if needed for a smooth drink.
- Serve the mulled cider hot in mugs, garnished with fresh orange slices or a cinnamon stick if desired.
