I fell in love with this crock pot version the second I tasted it. This Mulled Apple Cider is made with fresh green apples and of course, lot of spices.
Cut apples in large chunks and place them in the crock pot. Don't peel or core the apples.
Add water, vanilla, and spices. Squeeze in orange juice. Stir well
Close the lid and cook for 6-8 hours, on low, until apples are falling apart.
Cool until easy to handle.
Cut folded cheese cloth in half and place it over a large strainer. Pour half the mixture in slowly. Bring edges of the cheese cloth together and squeeze as much liquid out as possible. Discard the cheese cloth with apple leftovers and repeat with remaining cider and the other half of the cheese cloth. (You may have to do it in three batches.)