A Harvest Drink
Warm your soul this season with "A Harvest Drink," a fragrant and cozy apple cider recipe that’s perfect for fall gatherings or quiet evenings. This spiced drink combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with the bright zest of fresh orange, the warmth of cinnamon sticks, cloves, and nutmeg, and the vibrant kick of fresh ginger. Simmered gently to allow the rich, festive flavors to meld, this drink can be sweetened to taste with brown sugar and elegantly garnished with star anise and apple slices for a stunning presentation. Ready in just 25 minutes, this mulled cider recipe is the ultimate autumnal treat, brimming with seasonal charm and comforting aromas that will fill your home. Perfect for serving to guests or savoring solo, "A Harvest Drink" captures the essence of fall in every sip!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 whole fresh orange
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces whole cloves
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 inch, sliced fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (optional)
- 2 pieces star anise (optional, for garnish)
- 5 slices apple slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pour the apple cider into a medium-sized saucepan.
Slice the fresh orange into thin rounds and add them to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, ground nutmeg, and sliced fresh ginger to the saucepan.
If desired, stir in the brown sugar to add a hint of sweetness.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Do not allow it to boil.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cider simmer gently for about 20 minutes. This will allow the flavors to infuse.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.
Ladle the warm cider into mugs or heatproof glasses.
Optional: Garnish each serving with a star anise and a slice of apple for a festive touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your harvest-inspired drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.3 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 72 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 367 mg | 8% | |
*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.
