Cozy Nights Braggot
Cozy Nights Braggot is the perfect beverage for chilly evenings. Combining the rich sweetness of honey, the warmth of spices, and the tartness of apples, each sip provides a comforting balance that hugs your senses. This spiced apple braggot is easy to make and offers a delightful fusion of flavors that will keep you warm and cozy throughout the night.
ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup light malt extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- ½ teaspoon cloves
- ½ teaspoon yeast (such as champagne or ale yeast)
- 2 tablespoons water (for the yeast)
- 1 cup diced fresh apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Optional: Whole cinnamon sticks and apple slices for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a small saucepan, heat the apple cider over medium heat until just simmering. Do not boil.
- 2.
Stir in the honey and malt extract until fully dissolved, then remove from heat.
- 3.
In another bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water (about 100°F) and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 4.
Mix the yeast into the warm cider mixture, then add in the cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
- 5.
Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then pour it into a fermentation vessel or large pitcher.
- 6.
Add the diced apples, stirring gently to combine.
- 7.
Cover with a clean cloth and let it ferment in a cool, dark place for 3-7 days, tasting periodically to achieve your desired sweetness and flavor.
- 8.
Once fermentation is complete, bottle the braggot, straining out the apple pieces if desired.
- 9.
Chill in the refrigerator, then serve warm with optional garnishes like cinnamon sticks and apple slices.
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