Mulled Hard Pear Cider Recipe

By mm_food4me

Ingredients

• 4 (22-ounce) bottles hard pear cider
• Zest of 1 medium orange, removed in large strips
• 1 (3-inch) piece ginger, sliced into 1/4-inch-thick pieces
• 1 vanilla bean, split and seeds scraped (optional)
• 1/2 cup brandy
• 1/2 cup honey

Preparation

Step 1

Combine cider, orange zest, ginger, and vanilla bean and seeds (if using) in a large pot, stir well, and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let steep for about 20 minutes.
Stir in brandy and honey, pour into heatproof mugs, and serve.