Spiced Hot Apple Cider
Warm up with this cozy spiced hot apple cider, infused with cinnamon, cloves, and orange zest for a comforting fall beverage perfect for any gathering.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Simmered
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups apple cider
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 star anise pods
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, sliced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large pot, pour apple cider and add cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, orange slices, and ginger slices.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer, then reduce heat to low.
- Let it simmer gently for 20-25 minutes to allow spices to infuse.
- Stir in brown sugar and vanilla extract, adjusting sweetness to taste.
- Strain the cider to remove spices and orange slices.
- Serve warm in mugs, optionally garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice.
Notes
For an adult version, add a splash of spiced rum or bourbon before serving for an extra warming kick.
Find it online: https://justflowe.com/spiced-hot-apple-cider/