A Chill Chaser
Warm up from the inside out with "A Chill Chaser," a cozy and aromatic drink that’s perfect for cool evenings or festive gatherings. This spiced apple cider recipe features a vibrant blend of zesty orange, whole spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, and the gentle heat of fresh ginger. Sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and infused with vanilla extract, this flavorful beverage gains a citrusy twist with freshly squeezed orange juice. Whether enjoyed as is or elevated with a splash of dark rum for an optional boozy kick, it’s a comforting treat served warm in mugs, ready to chase away the chill. With just 5 minutes of prep time and its rich, seasonal aromas filling your kitchen, "A Chill Chaser" is your go-to recipe for a mood-lifting, heartwarming sip.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 sticks cinnamon stick
- 6 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 inch, thinly sliced fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons per serving optional dark rum (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, orange zest, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and sliced ginger.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to continue simmering for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract, ensuring they dissolve completely into the cider.
Add the fresh orange juice and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof serving pitcher to remove the solids.
If desired, stir in dark rum for an adult version of this drink.
Serve the Chill Chaser warm in mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
728 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.8 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.9 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 124.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 238 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1515 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
