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Sweet + Savory Mulled Apple Cider

A slightly spicy, savory version of the classic fall favorite mulled apple cider.

Course Drinks
Keyword apple cider, beverages, crockpot, drinks, fall drinks, fall recipe, fall recipes, hot beverage, mulled cider, slow cooker, warm drinks
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 gallon apple cider tip: refrigerated + cloudy cider tastes best
  • 2 oranges sliced
  • 1 lemon sliced
  • tsp peppercorns
  • 2 bayleaves
  • 1 dried red chile pepper
  • 3-4 star anise
  • 3-4 cinnamon sticks plus more for serving
  • tsp whole cloves
  • 1 bunch fresh thyme

Instructions

  1. Add cider, one of the oranges, lemon, bay leaves, dried red chile pepper and cinnamon sticks into a slow cooker.

  2. Place peppercorns, whole cloves and star anise into a loose tea bag or cheesecloth bag. If none are available, feel free to add these ingredients directly into the cider as well.

  3. Heat on low for 4-6 hours, then turn to the keep warm setting.

  4. Remove mulling spice bag, citrus and other spices from the slow cooker.

  5. Add mulled cider to a mug and top with an orange slice, cinnamon stick and some fresh thyme. Enjoy!