Autumn Harvest Cyser
Experience the warm embrace of autumn in a glass with this delightful Autumn Harvest Cyser. This unique blend of caramelized apple flavors and fragrant cinnamon creates a perfect warming drink for chilly evenings. Enjoy it hot or cold, and let the aromas whisk you away to cozy gatherings and crackling fires.
ingredients
- 4 large apples, preferably a mix of sweet and tart varieties
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 gallon apple cider
- 1 packet champagne yeast
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cup water
steps
- 1.
Core and chop the apples into small pieces, leaving the skins on for added flavor.
- 2.
In a large pot, combine the chopped apples with water, cinnamon stick, cloves, allspice, nutmeg, and honey.
- 3.
Simmer the mixture on low heat for about 20 minutes, allowing the apples to caramelize and the spices to infuse.
- 4.
Add the apple cider and orange zest to the pot, stirring thoroughly.
- 5.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly (to around 70°F).
- 6.
Once cooled, transfer the mixture to a fermentation vessel and add the champagne yeast.
- 7.
Seal the vessel with an airlock and ferment in a cool, dark place for 4-6 weeks.
- 8.
After fermentation, carefully bottling the cyser, leaving sediment behind.
- 9.
Optional: For a warming drink, heat a glass of cyser before serving.
