Autumn Orchard Hot Spiced Cider
Warm up this fall with a comforting Spiced Apple Cyser! This delightful beverage combines the rich flavors of fresh apple cider and sweet honey, enhanced by the aromatic spices of cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for cozy evenings by the fire or festive gatherings, this drink is sure to envelop you in the essence of autumn.
ingredients
- 4 cups fresh apple cider
- 1 cup honey (preferably local)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 5 whole cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Optional: Sliced apples for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a large saucepan, pour in the fresh apple cider and heat over medium-low until warm.
- 2.
Stir in the honey until fully dissolved, creating a sweet base for the cyser.
- 3.
Add the cinnamon stick, cloves, nutmeg, and allspice to the mixture.
- 4.
Squeeze the lemon juice into the saucepan and stir gently to combine all ingredients.
- 5.
Allow the mixture to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, without boiling, to infuse the spices fully.
- 6.
Strain the cyser into mugs or heatproof glasses, discarding the whole spices.
- 7.
Garnish with sliced apples if desired, and serve warm.
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