Apple Apricot Cider Recipe

Ingredients for Apple Apricot Cider

• 4 cups apple cider
• Apricot Nectar
• Sugar
• Orange Juice
• Lemon Juice
• 1 cinnamon stick
• Ground Allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

How to Make Apple Apricot Cider

1. Core and chop 4 medium apples (about 2 pounds).
2. In a large pot (6-quart or larger), combine the chopped apples, 1 cup dried apricots (about 170g), 4 cups apple cider, 1 cinnamon stick, 2 star anise, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
3. Bring the mixture to a rolling boil over medium-high heat.
4. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally.
5. Remove the cinnamon stick and star anise before serving.
6. Ladle the warm cider into mugs. Optional: Garnish with a cinnamon stick, apple slices, or a sprinkle of nutmeg.