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Holiday apple cider served in a glass
Festive warm drink with orange and spices

Mulled Holiday Apple Cider with Orange

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Drinks
A lighter, fruitier alternative to mulled wine. While apple cider is naturally tart, warming it with spices and orange rounds out the flavor profile. The essential oils from the cinnamon and cloves release beautifully under heat, infusing the entire drink. It's the perfect mood booster for chilly evenings.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 15 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 270 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International (Holiday)

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Strainer

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Pour the cider and orange juice into a saucepan. Add the spices (cinnamon, cloves, zest) and sweeteners (honey, sugar).

Tip: The caramel notes of brown sugar deepen the apple flavor.
2 ✓

Heat over medium heat until it begins to steam, but DO NOT boil. Maintain this temperature for 10-15 minutes.

Tip: Infusion takes time, but boiling 'breaks' the delicate flavors.
3 ✓

Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.

Tip: Cold cream whips best. Soft peaks melt beautifully into the hot beverage.
4 ✓

Strain into mugs, top with a dollop of whipped cream, and garnish with an orange slice.

Tip: The contrast between the rich cream and the hot, tart cider is a special experience.

Recipe FAQ

Will the alcohol evaporate?
If you use hard cider and only heat it gently (approx. 160-175°F), most of the alcohol remains. Boiling will evaporate the alcohol and flatten the flavor.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Apple cider (hard or regular)
  • 1/2 cup Fresh orange juice
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Brown sugar
  • 1 whole Cinnamon stick
  • 5 whole Cloves
  • 1 tsp Orange zest
  • 1/2 cup Heavy cream (for topping)
  • 2 slices Orange slices (garnish)