Mabon Moon Cider
Capture the essence of autumn with this soul-warming Mabon Moon Cider, a spiced apple cider recipe that’s perfect for celebrating the fall equinox or any cozy evening. Infused with vibrant slices of orange, aromatic cinnamon sticks, fragrant star anise, and a touch of fresh ginger, this cider creates an irresistible medley of seasonal flavors. Sweetened with brown sugar and a hint of vanilla, it’s a naturally comforting drink that can be enjoyed as-is or elevated with a splash of bourbon or dark rum for an adult twist. Quick to prepare with just 10 minutes of prep and ready to serve in 30 minutes, this mulled cider recipe is ideal for gatherings or quiet moments by the fire. Ladle it into mugs, garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, and let the warm spices wrap you in autumnal bliss. Celebrate the season with this festive, crowd-pleasing drink that captures fall in every sip!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 whole orange
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 5 allspice berries
- 2 star anise
- 1 inch piece fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 ounces optional bourbon or dark rum
Instructions
Pour the apple cider into a large pot or Dutch oven.
Wash the orange thoroughly, then slice it into thin rounds. Add the orange slices to the pot.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, allspice berries, and star anise to the pot.
Peel the ginger and slice it into thin pieces. Add the ginger slices to the pot.
Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract, ensuring the sugar dissolves.
Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the cider to simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to meld the flavors.
After 30 minutes, remove the pot from heat. Carefully strain the cider through a fine-mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof pitcher or serving bowl to remove the solids.
If desired, stir in bourbon or dark rum for an adult variation.
Ladle into mugs and serve warm. Garnish each serving with a cinnamon stick or an orange slice for an extra festive touch!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.0 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 132 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.6 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.1 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 221.2 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 518 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2772 mg | 59% | |
*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.
