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Spiced Mulled Apple Cider

This spiced mulled apple cider involves simmering a blend of apple cider with aromatic spices such as cinnamon, star anise, and cardamom. The process releases the spices' flavors into the liquid, resulting in a fragrant, warm beverage with a clear, bubbling appearance and infused aroma.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: seasonal
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups apple cider preferably unfiltered for richer flavor
  • 1 stick cinnamon a whole cinnamon stick
  • 2 stars star anise whole star anise pods
  • 3 cardamom pods cardamom lightly crushed

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Ladle

Method
 

  1. Pour the apple cider into a saucepan and place it over medium heat.
  2. Add the whole cinnamon stick, star anise, and lightly crushed cardamom to the cider.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, watching for small bubbles that form around the edges.
  4. Reduce the heat to low and cover the saucepan with a lid to allow the spices to infuse fully.
  5. Let the cider simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the aroma to fill your space.
  6. Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the cider through a fine mesh or cheesecloth to remove the whole spices.
  7. Pour the hot, infused cider into mugs or cups, keeping the cozy warmth intact.

Notes

For a sweeter flavor, add a touch of honey or orange zest during simmering. Adjust spice quantities to taste for more or less aroma.