Description
Introducing the Spiced Citrus Cider Delight, a sumptuous beverage that promises to warm your soul and please your palate. Perfect for chilly evenings, this drink mingles the rich flavors of apple cider with the zesty sweetness of oranges, enhanced by an aromatic bouquet of spices. Whether enjoyed plain or spiked with a shot of rum or bourbon, this cider is a fantastic treat for any autumn or winter gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 orange, sliced
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- Optional: rum or bourbon for a spiked version
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pot, mix together the apple cider, orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, allspice, and nutmeg.
- Heat Mixture: Set the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Once simmering, lower the heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
- Steep: Allow the cider mixture to steep on low heat for about 30 minutes to infuse the spices fully and meld the flavors.
- Strain and Serve: After steeping, strain the cider to remove the spices and orange slices. Serve the cider warm in mugs, adding a splash of rum or bourbon if desired for a spiked version.