Best 6 Mulled Cider With Fall Spices Recipes

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When the weather turns cool and crisp, there's nothing quite like a warm and inviting cup of mulled cider to warm your body and soul. This classic fall beverage is made with apple cider, spices, and sometimes a splash of alcohol, and it's the perfect drink to enjoy on a chilly autumn evening or at a holiday gathering. Whether you prefer your mulled cider sweet, spicy, or somewhere in between, there's a recipe out there to suit your taste. So grab a mug and get ready to cozy up with a delicious cup of mulled cider with fall spices.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MULLED CIDER ("WASSAIL")



Mulled Cider (

An old-fashioned Mulled Cider recipe makes the perfect fall and winter beverage!

Provided by Blair Lonergan

Categories     Drinks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 gallon apple cider
1 tablespoon whole cloves
3 cinnamon sticks
4 orange slices
½ cup fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low; simmer for 20 minutes. Ladle into mugs and serve warm. If you want to strain off bits of spices and fruit that are floating in the cider, you can pour the liquid through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 114 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 10 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 23 g

MULLING SPICES FOR CIDER



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This delicious mix of spices and fresh lemon zest will liven up your cup of cider. You may mix the spices ahead of time, and add the lemon zest when you are ready to mull the cider.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 each cinnamon sticks
½ teaspoon whole cloves
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Combine cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg in an airtight container. Add lemon zest when making mulled cider.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.6 mg

MULLED CIDER WITH WINTER SPICES



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Here's a classic that's guaranteed to warm you up on a chilly winter day. Pass the brandy separately for those who want it. Garnish each drink with a cinnnamon stick and enjoy!

Provided by JackieOhNo

Categories     Beverages

Time 35m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups apple cider
1/4 cup orange juice
1 orange peel, cut into strips (orange part only)
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon packed brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole cloves
2 whole allspice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 cups Applejack (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix first 10 ingredients in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer mixture 30 minutes to blend flavors. Strain mulled cider into mugs. Serve cider, passing applejack brandy separately, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14.4, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 49.5, Carbohydrate 3.8, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.2

MULLED CIDER WITH WINTER SPICES



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Categories     Fruit Juice     Hot Drink     Alcoholic     Thanksgiving     Orange     Apple     Spice     Brandy     Fall     Winter     Cinnamon     Clove     Christmas Eve     Bon Appétit     Drink

Yield Serves 12.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 cups apple cider
1/4 cup orange juice
Peel (orange part only) from 1 orange, cut into strips
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon (packed) brown sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole cloves
2 whole allspice
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Pinch of salt
1 1/2 cups applejack brandy (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix first 10 ingredients in large saucepan. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer mixture 30 minutes to blend flavors. Strain mulled cider into mugs. Serve cider, passing applejack brandy separately, if desired.

MULLED CIDER WITH FALL SPICES



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Heat up your holiday meal -- or any occasion -- with our spiced apple drink.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 quarts apple cider (8 cups)
4 strips lemon zest
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole star anise (optional)
1 teaspoon whole allspice berries
1 teaspoon whole cloves

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring cider, lemon zest, and spices to a boil; cover, and remove from heat. Let steep at least 20 minutes (or up to 4 hours). Ladle carefully into mugs, leaving most of the solids behind.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 g

UPDATED MULLED CIDER



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This is great for trimming the tree. Serve cold or keep in a saucepan over very low heat or a slow cooker.

Provided by Kevin Ryan

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cider Recipes

Yield 22

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 large orange
3 whole cloves
2 ¾ cups fresh orange juice
8 cups apple juice
¼ cup raisins
1 cinnamon stick

Steps:

  • Peel the skin from the orange leaving the bitter white pith behind. Stick the cloves into the skin. Squeeze the juice from the orange and add to the 2-3/4 cups orange juice. Place all ingredients into a large nonreactive pan and bring to a boil over high heat. Remove from heat, cover and allow to stand at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 66 calories, Carbohydrate 16.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 3.6 mg, Sugar 14.2 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh apple cider, oranges, and spices will give your mulled cider the best flavor.
  • Choose the right spices: Cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice are all classic mulled cider spices. You can also add other spices like ginger, cardamom, or star anise to taste.
  • Be careful not to boil the cider: Boiling the cider will drive off the alcohol and make the cider taste flat. Heat the cider gently over low heat until it is just simmering.
  • Let the cider steep: After you have removed the cider from the heat, let it steep for at least 30 minutes to allow the spices to infuse the cider.
  • Serve the cider warm: Mulled cider is best served warm. You can reheat it over low heat or serve it in a slow cooker.

Conclusion:

Mulled cider is a delicious and festive drink that is perfect for fall and winter gatherings. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. With a few simple tips, you can make the perfect mulled cider that your family and friends will love.

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