National Hot Mulled Cider Day 2023: Nothing conveys comfort more than autumn, and nothing conveys autumn more than wrapping our palms around a warm beverage. As the temperature lowers and the days become shorter, it is time to celebrate National Hot Mulled Cider Day. Cuddle up on the couch, turn on the television, and let the strong aroma of apple, nutmeg, and cinnamon fill your home. While most people are familiar with mulled cider, on September 30 we take it to the next level by adding spices, cinnamon, cloves, citrus peel, and nutmeg to mark the beginning of autumn.
National Hot Mulled Cider Day: A Brief History
Before the pumpkin-spiced latte became popular, hot ciders and other peppery beverages were associated with autumn in the United States. It was sufficient for a single red leaf to fall for us to indulge in these warm winter delicacies.
The end of September is a signal to organize our affairs before the holiday season. Warm mulled cider is a great way to celebrate the end of Spring. Ciders and wines have been mulled by humans since the time of the Ancient Greeks. The method of reheating alcoholic beverages to utilize residual or subpar wine quickly gained its own reputation.
Americans have never concealed their affection for apples, and apple cider was received with equal enthusiasm after its introduction by Europeans. Laird’s, the first cider distillery in the United States, was founded in 1780 and is still in operation.
However, the popularity of mulled ciders today is a result of its commercialization in the Victorian era. Charles Dickens immortalized mulled alcohol by mentioning ‘Smoking Bishop’ in his 1943 novel “A Christmas Carol.”
Although the origins of this specific holiday are unclear, isn’t National Hot Mulled Cider Day the ideal time to heat up our ciders, fill our homes with the sweetest aromas, and brace ourselves for the imminent chilly winds of October?
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FAQs for NATIONAL HOT MULLED CIDER DAY
What is the finest recipe for hot cider with spices?
Pour one gallon of apple cider into a deep vessel and bring it to a simmer. Bring roasted spices (cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, allspice berries, etc.), fresh fruits (cubed apples, peeled oranges), and brown sugar to a simmer in succession.
Can fresh fruits be added to mulled cider?
Yes. Fresh fruits add value and overall zest to the beverage. Apples and oranges are evident favorites, but any citrus fruit can be added to mulled cider.
How long must the cider be mulled?
Either simmer the cider for thirty minutes or place it on a low flame for an extended period. In either case, the drink retains its essence.
HOW TO Observe National Hot-Mulled-Cider Day
Send gift baskets containing mulled cider to your acquaintances.
Now that the cold winds have arrived, it is time to warm up to your colleagues. Send apple cider, cloves, citrus, cinnamon, and nutmeg-filled gift baskets to those you care about.
Decorate your property with autumnal accessories.
A residence that smells like autumn must have the same aesthetic. As the hot apple cider brews, replace the summer curtains with autumnal fabric and switch out the fresh blooms for autumn-scented candles.
Donate food and drugs to a local shelter.
Seasonal changes can be difficult for our immune system. As we sip hot beverages to combat the cold weather, let us not neglect the disadvantaged. Donate medications and heated food to those in need so they can also endure the cold weather.
NATIONAL HOT MULLED CIDER DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | September 30 | Saturday |
| 2024 | September 30 | Monday |
| 2025 | September 30 | Tuesday |
| 2026 | September 30 | Wednesday |
| 2027 | September 30 | Thursday |
