# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 6 cups unfiltered apple cider
02 - 1 orange, sliced
→ Spices
03 - 3 cinnamon sticks
04 - 8 whole cloves
05 - 4 whole allspice berries (optional)
06 - 1 star anise (optional)
→ Sweetener
07 - 2 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar or honey, to taste
# Method Steps:
01 - Pour the apple cider into a large saucepan or pot and add the orange slices.
02 - Place cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice berries (if using), and star anise (if using) into the pot.
03 - Stir in brown sugar or honey to achieve desired sweetness.
04 - Heat over medium until the cider begins to simmer without boiling.
05 - Reduce heat and gently simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to infuse flavors.
06 - Pour the hot cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove solids.
07 - Ladle the mulled cider into mugs and garnish with additional orange slices or cinnamon sticks as desired.
