Sweet Apple Ice Cider
Immerse yourself in the rich flavor of Sweet Apple Ice Cider, a luxurious beverage made from a perfect blend of sweet apple varieties. This velvety drink offers an indulgent taste of fall, with its aromatic profile and satisfying sweetness. Perfect for chilling drinks with family and friends or savoring solo by a crackling fire, it brings the essence of apple orchards to your glass.
ingredients
- 6 cups of assorted sweet apples (such as Fuji, Honeycrisp, and Gala), peeled and chopped
- 1 cup of organic cane sugar
- 1 cup of fresh pressed apple juice
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of apple brandy (optional, for a boozy twist)
steps
- 1.
In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, water, and fresh pressed apple juice. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes until the apples are soft.
- 2.
Remove from heat and let cool slightly, then strain the mixture through a fine sieve into a large bowl, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 3.
In a clean pot, combine the strained apple liquid, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Heat over low heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes.
- 4.
Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Transfer to a bottle or jar.
- 5.
For an added kick, stir in apple brandy if desired.
- 6.
Refrigerate for at least 24 hours to allow flavors to meld before serving chilled.
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