Description
A cozy and flavorful blend of warm apple cider simmered with aromatic spices. Perfect for cold days, this hot spiced cider is a classic comfort drink, ideal for gatherings or quiet evenings.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon whole allspice
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 orange, quartered with peel
- 1 lemon, quartered with peel
- 1 gallon apple cider
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, allspice, cloves, salt, nutmeg, cinnamon stick, orange, lemon, and apple cider.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Strain the cider to remove spices and fruit, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use a slow cooker to keep the cider warm for serving at parties.
- Add a splash of rum or bourbon for an adult version.
- Adjust spice levels to your preference.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 23g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg