Hot Mulled Cider German Glhmost
Warm up your winter evenings with Hot Mulled Cider German Glühmost, a delightful twist on a traditional German holiday favorite. This aromatic beverage combines the rich flavors of apple cider, fresh orange, tangy lemon, and a medley of warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and cardamom for a cozy, spiced infusion. Sweetened with honey and brightened with a hint of vanilla extract, this recipe marries classic European tradition with irresistible seasonal flavors. For an optional boozy kick, add a splash of rum or apple brandy, making it the perfect drink to gather around with friends and family. Ready in just 30 minutes, this homemade Glühmost is an easy and impressive crowd-pleaser, served hot and garnished with festive flair. Whether you're hosting a holiday party or simply curling up by the fire, this recipe is a must-try for cider lovers and seasonal drink enthusiasts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 liter apple cider
- 1 medium orange
- 0.5 medium lemon
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 6 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pieces star anise
- 3 pods cardamom pods
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 100 milliliters rum or apple brandy (optional)
Instructions
Pour the apple cider into a medium saucepan and set it over medium heat.
Wash the orange and lemon thoroughly. Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the saucepan. Slice the lemon into half-rounds and add them as well.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and cardamom pods to the saucepan.
Stir in the honey and vanilla extract, making sure they fully incorporate into the cider.
Heat the mixture gently until it just starts to simmer. Avoid bringing it to a rolling boil, as this can mute the flavors of the spices and citrus.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan, and allow the cider to simmer gently for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
If desired, add the rum or apple brandy during the last 5 minutes of simmering for an adult version of Glühmost.
Once done, strain the cider through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof pitcher or individual mugs to remove the spices and fruit slices.
Serve the Glühmost immediately, garnished with an orange slice, cinnamon stick, or star anise, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 143.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1490 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
