Ingredients for Festive Apple Cider
- 10 whole cloves
- Allspice Berries
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- Orange Zest
- 6 cups apple cider
- Fresh Orange Juice
- Cranberry Juice
- Pineapple Juice
- 1 cup dark rum (or spiced rum)
- Apple Brandy
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How to Make Festive Apple Cider
- Combine cloves, allspice berries, cinnamon sticks, and orange zest in a cheesecloth bag. Secure tightly.
- In a large pot, combine the apple cider and the spice bag.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the cider is reduced to about 4 cups. This will allow the flavors to meld and deepen.
- Remove the cheesecloth spice bag and discard.
- Stir in the dark rum (or spiced rum), maple syrup, and lemon juice.
- Add the ground nutmeg and simmer for another 5 minutes to heat through, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust sweetness or tartness as needed.
- Serve warm in mugs. Garnish with an orange slice or cinnamon stick (optional).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
37g
Fat
0g
Carbs
3g
