Homemade Mulling Spices Apple Cider
Warm up with the best recipe for mulling spices apple cider. Ready in 20 minutes, this aromatic drink features toasted whole spices and fresh orange peel for a cozy, restaurant-quality flavor.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Fine-mesh sieve
Ingredients
Mulling Spices & Base
- 4 Whole Cinnamon Sticks
- 1 tsp Whole Cloves
- 1 tsp Whole Allspice Berries
- 2 Star Anise Pods
- 64 oz Unfiltered Apple Cider 1/2 gallon
- 3 strips Fresh Orange Peel no white pith
Instructions
- Place cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and star anise in a large dry pot over medium heat. Toast for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they become fragrant and nutty.
- Pour the fresh apple cider into the pot over the spices and add the strips of fresh orange peel.
- Reduce the heat to low and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil vigorously to preserve the pectin and flavor.
- Simmer for 20 to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse. For a stronger flavor, simmer up to 45 minutes.
- Using a fine-mesh sieve or slotted spoon, strain out the whole spices and orange peel. Serve hot in mugs.
Notes
Storage: Strain spices before storing in the fridge for up to 5 days. Reheat gently.
Slow Cooker: Toast spices first, then add all ingredients to slow cooker on LOW for 3-4 hours.