Mulled Cider Recipe
This warm mulled cider, also known as wassail, is the perfect beverage for a crisp fall evening.
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 157kcal
Ingredients
- 1 Gallon Apple Juice or Apple Cider
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- ½ cup frozen orange juice concentrate
- 1 orange sliced
- 2 teaspoon whole cloves
- 2 teaspoon whole allspice
- 3 sticks cinnamon
- 2 whole nutmeg or 1 teaspoon ground
Instructions
Stove Top
- Tie Spices into a large piece of cheesecloth. Alternately, you can pour liquid thru a fine mesh strainer after steeping.
- Mix apple juice, orange juice concentrate and sugar in a large pot.
- Add orange slices and spices, stir to combine.
- Heat just to boiling, the reduce to low and steep 1 hour.
- Refrigerate any leftovers.
Instant Pot
- Tie Spices into a large piece of cheesecloth. Alternately, you can pour liquid thru a fine mesh strainer after steeping.
- Mix apple juice, orange juice concentrate and sugar into a 6qt or larger electric pressure cooker.
- Add orange slices and spices, stir to combine.
- Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Allow a 10 minute natural release before quick releasing the rest of the steam.
- Serve immediately.
Slow Cooker
- Tie Spices into a large piece of cheesecloth. Alternately, you can pour liquid thru a fine mesh strainer after steeping.
- Mix apple juice, orange juice concentrate and sugar into a 5qt or larger slow cooker.
- Add orange slices and spices, stir to combine.
- Cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours.
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Notes
Whats the difference between mulled cider, spiced cider, and wassail?
The short answer is NOTHING! Both mulled cider and wassail refer to a spiced juice drink. While wassail is traditionally a warm spiced apple drink, other mulled ciders contain cranberry or other flavors. If you haven't already - check out our Cranberry Spiced Cider Recipe. It will knock your socks off and you'll be set for winter with these two delicious hot drinks.
Can I use apple juice rather than apple cider in this recipe?
Yes, you can substitute juice for cider.
What does mulled mean?
Mulled means to heat, sweeten, and flavor with spices.
How long does this recipe last?
This recipe will keep in the fridge for 3-5 days. Reheat in the microwave or in a saucepan.
Nutrition
Serving: 8ounces | Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Sodium: 12mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 33g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 19mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 0.5mg