Mulled Apple Cider with Orange and Ginger
Warm up chilly days with the comforting embrace of Mulled Apple Cider with Orange and Ginger—a fragrant, spiced drink that’s as inviting as it is simple to make. This recipe transforms classic apple cider with the bold flavors of fresh ginger, sliced orange, and holiday-inspired spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and nutmeg. A touch of vanilla extract adds a luscious sweetness, while optional brown sugar lets you fine-tune the flavor to match your preference. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, this cider is simmered gently to allow the aromatic ingredients to infuse, creating a rich, warm beverage that smells as delightful as it tastes. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for an elegant presentation. Easy to prepare in under 40 minutes, this mulled drink is your go-to recipe for festive cheer and soothing comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 large (sliced into rounds) orange
- 2 inches (sliced into thin coins) fresh ginger
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 8 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 2 tablespoons (optional, to taste) brown sugar
- 1 (lightly cracked) whole nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Pour the apple cider into a large pot or slow cooker.
2. Add the sliced orange, ginger coins, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and lightly cracked nutmeg to the pot.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and brown sugar (if using). Adjust sweetness to your preference.
4. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the cider to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil, as boiling may reduce the flavor's depth.
5. Reduce the heat to low and let the cider gently simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse.
6. Taste the cider and adjust sweetness or spice levels as needed.
7. Strain the cider through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the solids before serving.
8. Serve hot in mugs and garnish with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
208 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.1 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.1 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 450 mg | 10% | |
*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.
