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Mulled Apple Cider for Christmas Eve

Wegetariańskie Christmas Eve Dinner Drinks 90 min Medium 12 wyświetleń ~20.35 PLN - (0)
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Warm, spiced apple cider is an aromatic drink made from fresh apple juice with added spices (cinnamon, cloves, ginger) and lemon. Perfect for holiday evenings — it smells of apples and spices, warms you up, and creates a cozy atmosphere at the holiday table. It can be served non-alcoholic (basic version) or with a splash of rum for adults. It looks impressive in clear glasses or mugs, garnished with a slice of lemon and a cinnamon stick. Flavor profile: a sweet-sour balance of apples with a spiced note and the freshness of ginger; visually warm, amber color with floating slices of lemon and spices.

Składniki (9)

Servings:
8
  • Apple juice 1000 ml
  • Filtered water 200 ml
  • Brown sugar 50 g
  • Lemon 1.3 szt.
  • Fresh ginger 30 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Cinnamon stick 4.5 szt.
  • Cloves 4 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Honey 60 ml
  • Rum (optional, for adults) 30 ml
💰 Szacowany koszt dania: ~20.35 PLN (2.54 PLN/porcję)

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Preparation steps

Preparation of ingredients

1

Gather all the ingredients and tools: a large pot (at least 3 l), a wooden spoon, a citrus zester, a citrus juicer, a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, a measuring cup. Wash the lemon with hot water and dry it. Using the zester, finely grate the yellow zest from half of the lemon (only the outer layer, avoiding the bitter white part). Cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice — set aside in a bowl.

Ingredients: Lemon
Use a grater with fine holes for the zest and a small juicer. It is important to wash the lemon thoroughly if it has been waxed.
2

Peel the ginger thinly: hold a piece of the root and scrape the skin off with a teaspoon (easier than with a knife). Cut the ginger into thin slices about 2-3 mm thick. Prepare the cinnamon sticks and cloves (you don't need to crush them).

Ingredients: Fresh ginger, Cinnamon stick, Cloves
Use a sharp small knife or a ginger peeler. Thin slices release more aroma, but do not cut them too thin so they can be easily removed later.

Cooking cider

3

In a cooking pot, pour in apple juice (1000 ml) and filtered water (200 ml). Add brown sugar (50 g) and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon to dissolve some of the sugar in the cold liquid.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Filtered water, Brown sugar
It is best to use a pot with a capacity of at least 3 liters, so there is enough space for the liquid when heating. A wooden spoon will prevent scratching the bottom of the pot.
4

Add the ginger slices, grated lemon zest (from step 1), lemon juice (from step 1), cinnamon sticks (9 g), and cloves (4 g) to the pot. Stir gently. Place the pot over medium heat and warm slowly until steam starts to appear and small bubbles form at the edges (temperature around 75-85°C). Do not let it boil — cooking too intensely will cause the fresh aromas to be lost.

Ingredients: Fresh ginger, Lemon, Cinnamon stick, Cloves
Use a kitchen thermometer if you have one (aim for 75–85°C). If you don't have a thermometer, watch for small bubbles appearing at the edge of the pot and aromatic steam rising — that's a sign to reduce the heat.
5

Reduce the heat to the lowest possible setting and simmer very gently (not a boiling bath) for 10-15 minutes to allow the spices to infuse. Halfway through, check the taste: if you want a sweeter cider, add a little more sugar (5-10 g) or honey (optional). After 10-15 minutes, the aroma of the spices should be pronounced, and the drink will have a darker, more saturated color.

Ingredients: Cinnamon stick, Cloves, Fresh ginger
Monitor to ensure the liquid does not boil vigorously. When the aroma of the spices becomes pronounced and you feel a pleasant warmth in the scent, it's a sign that the infusion is ready. Do not extend the cooking time excessively (max 20-25 min), as the flavor may become bitter.

Draining and Sweetening

6

Remove the pot from the heat. Place a fine mesh strainer over a large bowl or directly over a pitcher and strain the cider, removing the pieces of spices and ginger. If you want to use honey (optional), add 60 g now and stir until completely dissolved — it's better to add honey after removing from the heat to preserve its aroma and properties.

Ingredients: Honey, Cinnamon stick, Cloves, Fresh ginger
Use a fine sieve or a layer of cheesecloth to achieve a clearer drink. Honey dissolves faster when the liquid is still warm, but not boiling.

Seasoning and serving

7

Pour the hot cider into mugs or glasses. If you are serving the alcoholic version, first pour 30 ml of rum (optional) into each glass, then fill it up with hot cider. Garnish with a slice of lemon and optionally a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately when the drink is pleasantly warm (about 60–65°C) — too hot may burn your mouth.

Ingredients: Rum (optional, for adults), Lemon, Cinnamon stick
If serving for children or those sensitive to hot beverages, check the temperature before serving. Use heat-resistant glasses or mugs with handles.

Alternatives and serving cold

8

If you prefer cider cold: cool the strained drink to room temperature (about 30–40 minutes), transfer it to a bottle, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Serve with ice and a slice of apple or lemon. Remember that the flavor intensifies after chilling.

Ingredients: Apple juice, Filtered water
The storage bottle should have a cap. Chilling makes the spices less dominant — you can season just before serving if needed.

Fun Fact

💡

Apple cider has deep roots in Europe — for centuries, apples have been processed into both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Spiced hot cider is a traditional holiday drink in many northern European countries.

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Wigilia Spotkania rodzinne Wieczory zimowe

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in transparent glasses or ceramic mugs with a handle. For a festive effect, add a slice of dried apple or a cinnamon stick to each serving. For adults, you can provide a small bottle of rum on the side so everyone can season their drink to their liking.

🥡 Storage

Store the strained, chilled cider in the refrigerator in a sealed bottle for up to 3 days. To reheat, warm slowly in a pot to a maximum of 70°C (do not let it boil). Do not store with added rum — add alcohol just before serving.

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