What are mulled cider spices?

Cinnamon sticks, star anise, and cloves are most commonly used but you can add whole nutmeg too. Mulling spices are used whole, not ground so the drink is infused with the flavor without getting cloudy.

Can I add alcohol to mulled cider?

Of course, you may choose to add a cup of spiced rum or the alcohol of your choice to the cider but what I like to do when entertaining is keep a bottle of rum next to the slow cooker so guests can spike their drinks to their own taste preference. This also makes it so nondrinkers and kids can enjoy the cider as well!

Can I make this on the stovetop?

Yes, you can absolutely use the stovetop for this recipe. Simply warm the cider for one hour on low, you do not want to actually simmer the cider, just warm it.

Can I use an Instant Pot?

You can make this in the Instant Pot on the slow cooker setting at normal following the same directions as the slow cooker. You will not use pressure for making this recipe.

How do you save leftovers?

Allow the cider to cool and remove all spices and fruit. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Slow Cooker Mulled Cider

Description

Mulled cider (sometimes called wassail) is made even easier by preparing it in the slow cooker. A great crock pot recipe for holiday entertaining.

Ingredients

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1 gallon apple cider
1 1/2 cups cranberry juice
4 cinnamon sticks
12 whole cloves
1 medium orange, sliced
1 inch of ginger, sliced thinly
2 star anise

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Instructions

Pour the cider and cranberry juice into the slow cooker.
Wrap cinnamon, cloves, ginger and star anise in a cheesecloth or coffee filter and place in the cider mixture.
Add sliced oranges and cook on low 4-6 hours or high 2-3 hours.
Garnish with sliced oranges and additional cinnamon sticks if desired.

Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 2 hours
Category: Drinks
Method: slow cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 171
Sugar: 4.9 g
Sodium: 18.3 mg
Fat: 0.6 g
Carbohydrates: 38.7 g
Protein: 6.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg