Chai Mulled Apple Cider

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Simmered with chai spices and fresh citrus, this chai mulled apple cider has both a stovetop and slow cooker option and you can easily prep it ahead of time for holiday drinks.

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 5

Servings servings

Calories 125kcal

Ingredients

8 cardamom pods, smashed
8 whole peppercorns
6 whole cloves
2 star anise pods
2 cinnamon sticks
2 quarts apple cider
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
4 1/4-inch thick slices fresh peeled ginger
1 medium orange, cut into 1/4-inch slices
Optional mix-ins: brandy, dark rum, whiskey, or bourbon

Instructions

Place cardamom pods, peppercorns, cloves, star anise, and cinnamon sticks in the center of a square of cheesecloth or in a coffee filter. Gather up edges and secure with kitchen twine to form a pouch.
Pour apple cider into a medium pot or slow cooker and mix in brown sugar. Arrange spice pouch, ginger slices, and orange slices in pot.
If making apple cider on stovetop, bring cider to a low simmer over medium heat. Reduce heat to low, cover pot, and allow to cook on low 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally. If making apple cider in slow cooker, place lid on slow cooker and cook on high 2-3 hours or on low 4-5 hours.
Remove spice pouch, ginger slices, and orange slices before serving mulled apple cider. Optionally, mix liquors into individual servings. Enjoy!

Notes

Storing Instructions

Store cider in refrigerator up to 1 week.

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