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      Title: Hot Mulled Cider
 Categories: Beverages
      Yield: 32 servings
 
      1 ga Cider or unfiltered apple
           -juice
      2    Apples, thinly sliced
      2    Oranges, thinly sliced
      2 tb Mulled spice mix
      2    Bay leaves
      1 ds Vanilla
           Dark rum or brandy (opt)
 
  Pour apple juice into a large stainless steel or enamel pot. Add the
  sliced apples, oranges, mulled spice mix and bay leaves. Bring to a
  boil, reduce heat and simmer 30 minutes. Add vanilla. Strain into cup
  with a splash of dark run or brandy, if desired. Stir with cinnamon
  sticks.
  
  Makes about 32 4-oz servings,
  
  NOTE: Fresh orange or apple slices may be added before serving. To
  make hot mulled wine, substitute a mellow red wine for apple juice
  and add a few tablespoons of brown sugar, if desired. More juice or
  wine may be added as needed.
 
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