Description
Warm, spiced apple cider made from a mix of sweet and tart apples. Perfect for cozy gatherings or chilly days, this homemade version is rich in flavor and can be enjoyed hot or cold.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 medium apples, quartered (use a mix of sweet and tart apples for balanced flavor)
- 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 4 cinnamon sticks (or 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon)
- 1 tablespoon ground allspice
- Water (enough to cover the apples by about 2 inches)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Place the quartered apples in a large stockpot. Add enough water to cover the apples by about 2 inches when gently pushed down (they will float).
- Add Spices and Sweetener: Stir in the brown sugar, cinnamon sticks, and allspice.
- Boil and Simmer: Bring the mixture to a boil, keeping it uncovered for 1 hour. After boiling, cover the pot, reduce the heat, and let it simmer for an additional 2 hours.
- Strain the Cider: Once simmering is complete, let the cider cool slightly. Strain the liquid through a cheesecloth into a bowl, pressing down on the solids to release extra liquid. Strain once more if desired for a clearer cider.
- Serve: Enjoy hot, or let it cool and store it in the fridge to serve cold. For a cozy, spiked version, add a splash of rum, bourbon, or sparkling wine if desired!
Notes
- Mix different varieties of apples for a complex flavor.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and spices to taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hrs
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg