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These recipes that we have gathered here were popular throughout the British Isles many years ago. It seems fitting that we should revive them and share them here with you. Many of these recipes have been handed down by word of mouth for centuries. We have taken pains to present them to you as they might have been passed from Mother to Daughter and from neighbour to neighbour. We do hope you enjoy them. If you have any favourites of your own, or variations on what we have presented, please let us know. We would love to add your favourites to our growing list.

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Mulled Cider
12 Cups Apple Cider
1 1/2 tsp. Whole Cloves
1 1/2 tsp. Whole Allspice
6 Sticks Cinnamon
1 1/2 Cups Brown Sugar
1 bottle Calvados (or applejack)
Put the cider in a large saucepan. Add the spices tied in cheesecloth and the brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring gently to dissolve sugar. Simmer for 10 minutes to blend flavors. Add Calvados. Simmer for 1 minute; discard spices. Serve in heated mugs. Makes 18 drinks. Source: www.makestuff.com/medieval.html

 

Ancient Measurements
4 Gills = 1 Mutchkin
2 Mutchkins = 1 Choppin
2 Choppins = 1 Pint
2 Pints = 1 Quart
4 Quarts = 1 Gallon
8 Gallons = 1 Barrel

 

 
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