Winter Warming Apple Cider Drink

Drinks

Warm up a cold winters night with this warming apple cider recipe. It makes a perfectly spiced, healthy, and easy hot apple cider that the whole family can enjoy.

Time: 25 mins
Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cinnamon sticks
• 1 tsp black peppercorns
• 1/2 tsp whole cloves
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 4 cups unsweetened apple juice
• 1/2 tbsp orange zest
• 1-2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (per serving)
• pure honey, optional for added sweetness

Method

1. Combine spices in a sauce pan and cook over medium-high heat until aromatic, about 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently.
2. Add the nutmeg, and stir to combine.  The, add in the apple juice and orange zest.  Bring to a boil.
3. Reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, depending on how strong you like your cider.
4. Pour juice through a fine-mesh sieve, into a mug.
5. Allow to cool slightly and then stir in the apple cider vinegar and optional honey.