Mulled Apple Juice
Cozy up to the ultimate autumn-inspired beverage with this fragrant and comforting Mulled Apple Juice recipe. Bursting with the warm flavors of tangy orange, zesty lemon, and sweet apple juice, this non-alcoholic delight is elevated by a medley of aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and fresh ginger. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy homemade drink is perfect for gatherings, holiday celebrations, or a quiet evening in. Sweetened naturally with honey or brown sugar and infused with optional water for a lighter touch, each sip is a soothing embrace of seasonal goodness. Serve it warm with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for a festive flourish, and savor the essence of fall in every golden drop.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 liters apple juice
- 2 pieces cinnamon sticks
- 5 pieces whole cloves
- 1 large orange
- 1 small lemon
- 2 pieces star anise
- 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
- 1 thumb-sized piece fresh ginger
- 250 milliliters water (optional)
Instructions
Wash the orange and lemon thoroughly. Slice the orange into thin rounds and cut the lemon into thin wedges.
Peel the fresh ginger and cut it into thin slices for better infusion.
In a large saucepan or pot, pour the apple juice. If you prefer a slightly lighter flavor, add the optional water as well.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, sliced ginger, and the citrus slices to the pot.
Place the pot on medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Avoid boiling as it may degrade the flavors.
Once it starts simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it mull for 15–20 minutes. Stir occasionally to ensure even distribution of flavors.
Taste the mulled apple juice and sweeten it with honey or brown sugar, adjusting to your desired sweetness level.
Remove the pot from the heat and carefully strain the juice into mugs or a heatproof serving jug to remove the spices and fruit slices.
Serve the mulled apple juice warm, optionally garnished with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
748 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.3 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 166 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 189.2 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 167.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.7 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 647 mg | 14% | |
*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.
