1. Place Mixer On A Flat Surface and Plug It In. Begin by placing the mixer on a flat surface near a power outlet. Aside from being flat, the surface should be sturdy to provide the machine with stability. In most cases, a countertop will be the best surface. Once in place, plug the mixer into the nearest outlet. 6. Drain the apple juice through the strainer. Turn off the burner and spoon or ladle the apple mixture with juice into the strainer. Use a spoon to gently push down on the cooked apples so more juice drips into the bowl. 7. Cool and taste the apple juice. qowf1.