Ingredients for Sarasota's Warm Apple Cranberry Orange Spiced Cocktail
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 cup orange juice
- ½ cup honey
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- strips from 1 orange peel (about 3-4 long strips)
- ½ cup rum
- ½ cup brandy
- a few fresh cranberries, for garnish
- orange slices, for garnish
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How to Make Sarasota's Warm Apple Cranberry Orange Spiced Cocktail
- **Prepare the base:** In a large pot, combine 4 cups apple cider, 2 cups cranberry juice, 1 cup orange juice, ½ cup honey, 2 cinnamon sticks, 6 whole cloves, and strips from 1 orange peel (about 3-4 long strips).
- **Simmer:** Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat. Cook uncovered for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- **Slow Cooker Option:** Alternatively, transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Cook on high for 1 hour or on low for 2-3 hours, or until heated through. (Check frequently as slow cookers vary.)
- **Strain:** Remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves using a fine-mesh strainer or slotted spoon.
- **Prepare the Alcohol (Optional):** In a separate measuring cup, combine ½ cup rum and ½ cup brandy.
- **Assemble the Cocktails:** Place a few cranberries and an orange slice in each mug. Add 1-2 ounces of the rum/brandy mixture (optional) to each mug, then fill with the warm spiced cider.
- **Serve:** Enjoy immediately! Leftovers can be chilled and served over ice, or keep warm in a slow cooker for a party.
- **Sparkling Option:** For a lighter version, chill the cider and add sparkling wine or non-alcoholic sparkling wine before serving.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
1 g
Sugar
96g
Fat
0g
Carbs
9g
