The flavours of this warming mulled cider really represent Christmas – plus it looks beautiful and smells amazing!
Serves 16
Total time 50 minutes
1.5 litres dry cider
500ml apple juice
1 lemon
1 clementine
8 whole cloves
1 small eating apple, plus extra for garnish
3 cinnamon sticks
2 bay leaves
runny honey, to taste
- Place a large saucepan on a low heat and pour in the cider and apple juice. Use a speed peeler to slice in strips of lemon and clementine peel, then squeeze in the clementine juice.
- Poke the cloves into the apple and add to the pan with the cinnamon sticks, bay leaves and a drizzle of honey, if you like. Leave to tick away for 30 to 40 minutes, or until nicely infused.
- Ladle into cups and serve warm, with some sliced fresh apple for garnish, if you like. Cheers!
TOP TIP: You’re in charge of the flavours here – feel free to give it a little taste and remove the cinnamon sticks if it’s getting too cinnamony.
EASY SWAPS: Go alcohol-free by swapping out the cider for extra apple juice.
