Description
Warm your heart and home this fall with our enchanting Poisoned Apple Cider. Perfectly balancing sweet and tart flavors, this comforting drink is infused with aromatic spices that evoke memories of cozy evenings by the fire. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a quiet night in, this cider is an unforgettable treat that brings the essence of autumn to life.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 fresh apples (mix of Granny Smith and Honeycrisp), sliced
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- Zest of 1 orange
- 8 cups water (or substitute with apple juice)
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples into wedges, leaving the skin on for added flavor.
- In a large pot, combine apple wedges, water, brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange zest. Stir to mix well.
- Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer until fragrant.
- Reduce heat and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Strain out solids using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth. Pour the warm cider into mugs and garnish as desired.
- Enjoy slowly and savor the warmth!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Drink
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240 ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg