Best 7 Apple Cider Mulling Packets Recipes

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Apple cider is a quintessential fall beverage, and mulled apple cider is a warm and inviting drink that is perfect for sipping on a cold night. This article provides recipes for three different apple cider mulling packets that are easy to make and will fill your home with the scents of the season. The first recipe is for a classic apple cider mulling packet that includes cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg. The second recipe is for a spiced apple cider mulling packet that adds a bit of heat with the addition of ginger and allspice. The third recipe is for a citrus apple cider mulling packet that brightens up the flavor with the addition of orange and lemon peel. All three recipes are simple to make and can be used to create delicious mulled apple cider that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

APPLE CIDER MULLING SPICE SACHETS



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Make multiple batches of these individual spice sachets for apple cider. Be sure to add the mulling directions to the gift tag.

Provided by McCormick

Categories     Beverages,

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 stick McCormick® Cinnamon Sticks broken in half
2 McCormick® Cloves, Whole
2 McCormick® Allspice, Whole
2 cups apple cider
1/4 tsp McCormick® Pure Vanilla Extract

Steps:

  • Place spices in center of a piece of cheesecloth. Tie tightly with long piece of string.
  • Place spice sachet in small saucepan. Add apple cider. Simmer over medium heat 10 to 15 minutes or until fragrant. Stir in vanilla. Discard spice sachet. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 Calories

MULLING SPICES FOR CIDER



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This delicious mix of spices and fresh lemon zest will liven up your cup of cider. You may mix the spices ahead of time, and add the lemon zest when you are ready to mull the cider.

Provided by Bibi

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 each cinnamon sticks
½ teaspoon whole cloves
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ lemon, zested

Steps:

  • Combine cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg in an airtight container. Add lemon zest when making mulled cider.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 4 calories, Carbohydrate 1.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 0.6 mg

APPLE CIDER MULLING PACKETS



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I watched Martha Stewart make these on a TV show one time, but I couldn't find one of the ingredients so I switched it up a bit. Last year, these made great gifts packaged in pretty tins. I also like to leave a larger sachet in a big crock pot full of apple cider on low all day on Christmas. It smells great and seasons the warm cider well.

Provided by Melanie B.

Categories     Beverages

Time 5m

Yield 8 packages, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cinnamon sticks, broken in half
2 teaspoons anise seed
2 teaspoons green cardamom pods
2 teaspoons whole black peppercorns
2 teaspoons whole cloves
cheesecloth
kitchen twine

Steps:

  • Cut cheese cloth into 8 6 inch square pieces.
  • Mix together top 5 ingredients. Divide the mixture evenly amongst the square cheese cloth squares. Tie with twine.
  • Use sachet to season in a mug or pot of warm cider.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 1, Carbohydrate 0.5, Fiber 0.2, Protein 0.1

MULLED CIDER



Mulled Cider image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     beverage

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 quarts apple cider
2 cinnamon sticks
2 whole allspice berries
2 whole cloves
1 orange, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer on the grates of the grill or over a burner. Divide among individual mugs and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 calorie, Fat 0 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Cholesterol 0 milligrams, Sodium 0 milligrams, Carbohydrate 28 grams, Protein 0 grams, Sugar 26 grams

MULLING SPICES FOR APPLE CIDER AND RED WINE



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Mulled apple cider and red wine make a tasty warm beverage for fall and winter gatherings. Make spice packets in advance to make the mulling a snap.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Dessert     Beverage     Cocktail

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces cinnamon sticks
6 whole nutmeg
1/3 cup dried orange peel (chopped)
1/3 cup dried lemon peel (chopped)
1/4 cup allspice berries
1/4 cup whole cloves
2 tablespoons crystallized ginger (finely chopped)
14 pieces of double-layer cheesecloth (cut into 5-inch squares)
14 (10-inch) lengths of white string

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Place the cinnamon sticks and nutmeg in a heavy-duty freezer bag, press the air out, and seal.
  • Pound the spices with the bottom of a rolling pin, small heavy skillet, or kitchen mallet to break them into small pieces.
  • Place the crushed spices in a bowl and stir in the orange peel, lemon peel, allspice, cloves, and crystallized ginger .
  • Place about 2 tablespoons of the spice mixture in the center of each 5-inch square of double-layer cheesecloth . Alternatively, you can use empty single-serve tea filter bags.
  • Tie the cloth securely with string and use it to prepare mulled cider or wine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fiber 6 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, Sodium 14 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 1 g, ServingSize 14 spice bags (14 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

MULLING SPICES (FOR WINE/APPLE CIDER)



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I came across this recipe when searching for a recipe to prepare mulling spices to give as a gift (not to make a mulled drink). This is great to save some money (those store-bought mulling spices are EXPENSIVE) or *perfect* to slip into a gift basket or even put in a nice mug as a simple, thoughtful gift!

Provided by rockinred

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 4 spice bags

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 whole cardamom
1 tablespoon whole cloves
1 tablespoon whole allspice
1 teaspoon orange rind
12 whole cinnamon sticks

Steps:

  • Open cardamon pods and remove seeds; crust lightly.
  • Combine seeds with cloves, allspice and orange peel.
  • Place 2 teaspoons of spice mixture in the center of a 4 inch square of cheesecloth or muslin; bring corners together and tie with string to make a bag.
  • Tie 3 cinnamon sticks to each bag; repeat with remaining spice mixture.
  • Directions for use: Place 1 bag in 1 quart apple cider, cranberry juice or red wine.
  • Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Serve warm.

MULLED CIDER



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This is a classic warmer-upper that you can serve on chilly winter days. Pass the brandy separately for those who want it.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 13 servings (about 3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
3 whole cloves
2 whole allspice
1 bay leaf
3 quarts apple cider or apple juice
1/4 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lemon juice
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Dash salt
1 to 1-1/2 cups brandy, optional

Steps:

  • Place the cinnamon stick, cloves, allspice and bay leaf on a double thickness of cheesecloth; bring up corners of cloth and tie with kitchen string to form a bag. , In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider, juices, orange zest, brown sugar, salt and spice bag. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer mixture for 30 minutes to blend flavors. Discard spice bag. Strain cider mixture and stir in brandy if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

Tips:

  • To make the mulling packets ahead of time, combine all the ingredients except the apple cider in a freezer bag. Seal the bag and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • When you're ready to use the mulling packets, simply add one packet to a pot with 4 cups of apple cider. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 15 minutes.
  • You can also add other ingredients to your mulling packets, such as cinnamon sticks, star anise, or cloves.
  • If you don't have any mulling spices, you can use a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice instead.
  • Serve the mulled cider hot with a garnish of orange slices or cranberries.

Conclusion:

Apple cider mulling packets are a fun and easy way to enjoy the flavors of fall. They make a great gift for friends and family, and they are also perfect for parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and festive cup of mulled cider that everyone will enjoy.

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