- What kind of plums should I use?
- Any ripe, sweet plum is fine (e.g., damsons or Victoria plums). Frozen halved plums are also perfect.
- Can I substitute the rosemary?
- If you don't like it, leave it out or use a star anise instead.
Spiced Plum Mulled Cider
Plum and cinnamon are a classic pairing – just think of plum dumplings. This drink translates that flavour profile into a glass. The deep, jammy taste of the plum makes the cider thicker and richer, while the rosemary adds an exciting, earthy twist.
Ingredients
3
pcs
fresh or frozen plums
500
ml
apple cider
2
tbsp
honey
1
pc
cinnamon stick
4
pc
cloves
2
tbsp
lemon juice
1
sprig
fresh rosemary
1
pinch
salt
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan
- Knife
- Sieve
Allergen Information
Sulphur dioxide
Instructions
1
✓
Wash and stone the plums, then cut them into wedges.
Tip: The smaller you cut them, the easier they release their juice and colour.
2
✓
Heat the cider, honey, salt, cinnamon, and cloves together.
Tip: Heating the base spices kick-starts the aromas.
3
✓
Toss in the plums and simmer for about 10 minutes until the fruit softens and the liquid changes colour.
Tip: Here, the colour pigments dissolving from the plum skins dye the drink.
4
✓
Add the lemon juice and rosemary sprig. Leave on the heat for another 1-2 minutes, then turn off.
Tip: Only add the rosemary at the end so it's fragrant, not bitter.
5
✓
Rest for 5 minutes, then strain (or serve with the fruit).
Tip: The cooked spiced plums are a divine treat!
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 3 pcs fresh or frozen plums
- 500 ml apple cider
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 pc cinnamon stick
- 4 pc cloves
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 1 pinch salt