A Nostalgic Sip

Hot Mulled Cider Recipe


Hot Mulled Cider

As the leaves turn and the air grows crisp in October 2025, there’s nothing quite like a warm, spiced beverage to embrace the season. Here is a simple recipe for Hot Mulled Cider, that promises to fill your home with aromatic warmth.

This recipe harkens back to simpler times, using everyday ingredients to create a comforting drink perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire. The ingredients are straightforward and likely already in your pantry. No fancy equipment needed—just a pot and some cheesecloth for straining.

Preparation is equally uncomplicated. Start by thoroughly mixing the sugar and spices together. Then, stir this blend into the cider and let it simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes. Once the flavors have melded, strain the mixture through cheesecloth to remove the whole spices, and reheat as needed before serving hot. This batch yields enough for 8 servings, making it ideal for family or friends.

What makes this recipe stand out is its vintage authenticity. Compiled decades ago, it captures the essence of community-shared cooking from a bygone era in Upstate New York. For a modern twist, you could add slices of orange or apple for extra fruitiness, or even a splash of rum for an adult version. This mulled cider recipe is a delightful find worth bookmarking.

Next time you’re browsing syr-area.com for parks, museums, or wineries in the region, don’t skip the cookbook—it’s a flavorful portal to the past.

Hot Mulled Cider Recipe

   Ingredients required
3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon whole cloves
1 teaspoon whole allspice
3 sticks cinnamon
grated nutmeg
2 quart sweet cider

Instructions for Hot Mulled Cider

   Thoroughly mix sugar and spices. Stir into cider, simmer 10 minutes on low heat. Strain through cheesecloth. Reheat to serve hot. Serves 8.

Hot Mulled Cider Recipe