Best 7 Hot Mulled Cider Recipes

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As the weather turns colder, there's nothing more comforting than a warm and flavorful mug of hot mulled cider. Made with apple cider, spices, and citrus, this traditional seasonal beverage is perfect for sipping by the fire or enjoying at holiday gatherings. Whether you prefer a classic recipe or something with a twist, there's a hot mulled cider recipe out there to suit your taste. Read on to discover the best hot mulled cider recipe for you and learn how to make this delicious drink in the comfort of your own home.

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HOT MULLED CIDER



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Simmered with fragrant cloves, allspice, and cinnamon, this non-alcoholic hot mulled apple cider is the perfect beverage for guests of any age.

Provided by chefcatie

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

9 whole cloves
9 whole allspice berries
4 (3 inch) pieces cinnamon stick, broken into pieces
1 gallon apple cider
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 lemons, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place cloves, allspice berries, and cinnamon stick pieces in the center of a small piece of cheesecloth. Bring the ends of the cheesecloth together and tie securely with kitchen string.
  • Combine cider, brown sugar, and spice bag in a large kettle over medium-high heat; bring to a simmer. Simmer for 5 minutes. Discard spice bag.
  • Serve in mugs with a lemon slice in each cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.9 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 33.7 mg, Sugar 42 g

EASY-PEASY GLUHWEIN (HOT GERMAN SPICED WINE/AKA "MULLED CIDER")



Easy-Peasy Gluhwein (Hot German Spiced Wine/aka

This is the super-easy version of Gluhwein. Don't waste space in the pot with fruit. The spices and heat will add a whole new level to the sangria! This is always a big hit at my Christmas parties! You can use 1 whole orange peel in place of the whole lemon peel, if desired.

Provided by IsaRoy

Categories     Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 gallon red sangria
1 whole lemon peel
3 cinnamon sticks
3 whole cloves, or to taste

Steps:

  • Stir sangria, whole lemon peel, cinnamon sticks, and cloves together in a pot; bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and cook until flavors combine, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 16.3 mg

HOT MULLED CIDER - GERMAN GLüHMOST



Hot Mulled Cider - German Glühmost image

Traditional hot mulled cider with white wine 'Glühmost', and the more common red wine version 'Glühwein' are served throughout the cold weather season, and are sold by-the-mug at outdoor Christmas Markets in Germany. Delicious!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 8 cups apple cider, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups dry white wine (such as Riesling)
4 cups apple cider
1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
1 pinch ground cloves
1 pinch cardamom
honey, to taste
fresh lemon slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan, combine wine, apple cider, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom.
  • Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat (but do not boil).
  • Add honey, to taste, and garnish with a lemon slice.
  • Serve hot.

HOT MULLED CIDER



Hot Mulled Cider image

Provided by Patricia Heaton

Categories     beverage

Time 15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 gallon apple cider
Two 12-ounce bottles hard cider
1 cup calvados
1 lemon, juiced
1/3 cup honey
3 cinnamon sticks, plus more for serving
3 cloves
1 star anise

Steps:

  • Special equipment: a 6- to 7-quart slow cooker and a cheesecloth square
  • Combine the apple cider, hard cider, calvados, lemon juice and honey in a 6- to 7-quart slow cooker. Place the cinnamon, cloves and star anise in a square of cheesecloth, tie the ends together to close and toss in the slow cooker. Heat on high to bring to a simmer. Then turn to the warm/hold setting. Serve the cider in a mug with a cinnamon stick.

RED CHRISTMAS PUNCH (HOT MULLED CIDER)



Red Christmas Punch (hot mulled cider) image

We make this every Christmas, and it's a favorite with friends and family. Sometimes I vary the juices - you can use cranberry instead of cherry, or cranapple juice instead of apple cider.

Provided by Susan Feliciano

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 qt apple cider
1 qt cherry cider or juice
2 juice oranges
4 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp whole cloves

Steps:

  • 1. Mix together the ciders/juices in a large kettle over medium heat.
  • 2. Peel the zest off one orange in large strips. Place zest, cinnamon sticks, and cloves in a double square of cheesecloth, and tie tightly. Place spice bag into the cider mixture.
  • 3. Heat the cider to serving temperature - like hot coffee or tea (do not boil). Barely simmer the punch for about 15 minutes.
  • 4. Juice the orange and add the juice to the cider. Halve and slice the remaining orange and float the slices on top of the hot punch. Serve hot with an orange slice and cinnamon stick if desired.

HOT MULLED CIDER ( CROCK POT)



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This aromatic drink flavored with cinnamon and cloves is great served hot from the crock pot. This is especially good during the holidays or the chilly winter months. Wish I had a cup now!

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Hot Drinks

Time 6h10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 qt unsweetened apple cider
1 c pineapple juice
1 - 12 oz can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed
1/4 c packed brown sugar
3 cinnamon sticks
6 whole cloves
thins slices of orange or lemon slices, for garnish

Steps:

  • 1. In a 3 1/2 or 4 quart crock pot, combine the apple cider,, pineapple juice, undiluted orange juice concentrate, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Mix well
  • 2. Cover and cook on low setting 5 to 6 hours. Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves. Serve hot in mugs or heatproof punch cups, garnished with orange or lemon slices.
  • 3. Refrigerate any leftovers and reheat in a microwave or serve chilled.. I love the aroma this drink leaves the home smelling..mmmmm

HOT MULLED CIDER



HOT MULLED CIDER image

Categories     Thanksgiving     Apple

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 gallon of fresh, unfiltered apple cider
1 orange
15 cloves
4 3-inch sticks of cinnamon
15 allspice berries
1 teaspoon of nutmeg
7 pods of cardamon
1/4 cup brown sugar

Steps:

  • Pour apple cider into a 3-quart saucepan, cover, turn the heat on medium-high. While cider is heating up, take a vegetable peeler and peel away a couple thick strips of peel from the orange. Press about half of the cloves into the peeled part of the orange. (You can also just quarter the orange and add the slices and cloves separately. I just like seeing the orange bob up and down.) Place orange, orange peel strips, the remaining cloves, and the rest of the ingredients into the sauce pan with the cider. Keep covered and heat the mulled cider mixture to a simmer and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes on low heat. Use a fine mesh sieve to strain the hot mulled cider away from the orange, cloves, and other spices. If you want, you can add a touch of bourbon, brandy, or rum to spike it up a bit. Serve hot. Add a cinnamon stick to each cup if desired.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. The better the ingredients, the better the cider will be.
  • Choose the right type of cider. For mulled cider, you'll want to use a sweet or semi-sweet cider.
  • Add your spices to a cheesecloth bag. This will make it easy to remove them later.
  • Bring the cider to a simmer, but don't boil it. Boiling the cider will make it taste harsh.
  • Let the cider steep for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the spices to infuse the cider with flavor.
  • Serve the cider warm with a garnish of orange slices and cinnamon sticks.

Conclusion:

Mulled cider is a delicious and festive drink that's perfect for the holiday season. It's easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. With these tips, you can make a perfect batch of mulled cider that your friends and family will love.

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