National Hot Mulled Cider Day
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Overview
National Hot Mulled Cider Day, observed annually on September 30th, celebrates the comforting and aromatic beverage that signals the start of autumn. This day encourages people to enjoy warm apple cider infused with a blend of seasonal spices like cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and orange peel, often sweetened and served as a cozy treat.
Observed each year on September 30, National Hot Mulled Cider Day invites people to pause, share the story, and bring a little themed joy to their day.
Origin and story
The practice of 'mulling' involves heating a beverage and infusing it with spices, a tradition that dates back centuries.
Mulled cider has historical connections to wassailing, an ancient English custom of visiting apple orchards in winter to sing and drink to the health of the trees.
Quick facts
- DateSeptember 30
- TypeCultural / community observance
- Great forFriends, Families, Classrooms, Teams
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Ways to celebrate
- Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the cultural / community observance vibe and make it a mini tradition.
- Bring the theme into your day—decorate a workspace, cook or bake something inspired by National Hot Mulled Cider, or play music that matches the mood.
- Post a story with #national-hot-mulled-cider-day and invite others to try a tiny activity.
- National Hot Mulled Cider Day lands on September 30 — host a quick nod with Friends, Families and snap a photo.
- Add National Hot Mulled Cider Day to your Obscure Holiday Calendar app widget so you get a reminder next year.
Fun facts
- The practice of 'mulling' involves heating a beverage and infusing it with spices, a tradition that dates back centuries.
- Mulled cider has historical connections to wassailing, an ancient English custom of visiting apple orchards in winter to sing and drink to the health of the trees.
- While modern mulled cider is typically non-alcoholic, historically, 'cider' in many regions referred to an alcoholic fermented apple beverage, with the non-alcoholic version often called 'sweet cider' or 'apple juice'.
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FAQ
- When is National Hot Mulled Cider Day?
- It is observed on September 30 each year.
- What is National Hot Mulled Cider Day?
- National Hot Mulled Cider Day, observed annually on September 30th, celebrates the comforting and aromatic beverage that signals the start of autumn. This day encourages people to enjoy warm apple cider infused with a blend of seasonal spices like cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and orange peel, often sweetened and served as a cozy treat.
- How do people celebrate National Hot Mulled Cider Day?
- Plan a 10-minute activity that fits the cultural / community observance vibe and make it a mini tradition.
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