Slow Cooker Hot Mulled Cider
Warm, comforting, and bursting with seasonal spices, this slow cooker hot mulled cider is the perfect drink for cozy gatherings or quiet nights by the fire. Infused with cinnamon, cloves, and citrus, this recipe fills your home with the nostalgic aroma of autumn and winter while offering a deliciously spiced beverage that everyone will enjoy. Easy to prepare, it’s a no-fuss way to bring a festive touch to any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 gallon Rochester Cider Mill apple cider unfiltered
- 4 sticks cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon cloves
- 1 tablespoon whole allspice
- 2 pods star anise
- 1 orange, medium thinly sliced
Instructions
- Pour the apple cider into your slow cooker or a large pot on the stove and add the cinnamon sticks.
- Place the cloves, allspice, and star anise into a small piece of cheesecloth or a tea infuser for easy removal later. Add the bundle to the cider. Add half of the orange slices to the cider and save the remainder for garnish.
- Heat the cider until it just starts to barely boil, then lower the temperature to simmering for another 15 to 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Optional adult upgrade: If adding alcohol, stir it in during the last 30 minutes of cooking to preserve the flavor or add to the completed cider as desired.
- Remove the spices and oranges from the pot. Ladle the hot cider into mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks, orange slices, or star anise. Serve warm and enjoy!