Whole Spice Mulling Mix for Wine or Cider

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   Double cheese cloth & cut 14 5-inch squares.

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   Cut 14 10-inch pieces of string.

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   Place cinnamon sticks and nutmeg into a plastic bag & crush until approximately the size of the smaller spices using a meat mallet or heavy pan.

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   Place in a bowl & mix with remaining smaller spices.

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   Divide the mixture evenly among the 14 cheesecloth squares, about three heaping teaspoons each.

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   Tie each square with string.

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   For mulled wine - Create a simple syrup by dissolving 1/3 cup sugar into 1/2 cup water over low heat.

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   Add 3-1/4 cups wine & spice bag.

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   Cover and bring to just below a boil.

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    Remove spice bag & discard.

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    For mulled cider - Add spice bag to 8 cups apple cider (I prefer fresh, refridgerated cider).

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    Bring to just below a boil and simmer 30 - 25 minutes.

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    Remove spice bag & discard.

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    Serving suggestion - Serve in a warmed mug.

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    Footed looks really neat.

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    I also serve with a cinnamon stick standing in for a swizzle stick.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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