Black Cherry Cider
Warm up your soul with this Black Cherry Cider, a vibrant twist on classic mulled drinks that's perfect for cozy evenings and festive gatherings. This comforting beverage blends the bold, tart flavor of unsweetened black cherry juice with the natural sweetness of unfiltered apple cider, elevated by warming spices like cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. A touch of fresh ginger and orange zest adds brightness, while a hint of vanilla rounds out the flavors beautifully. Whether you enjoy it as a soothing non-alcoholic treat or opt for a splash of dark rum for a boozy nightcap, this 5-minute prep recipe is a seasonal delight. Serve it warm and garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice, and let the rich aroma fill your home. Perfect as a holiday crowd-pleaser or a personal indulgence, this black cherry cider is a must-try for anyone craving a cozy, flavorful seasonal drink!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Black cherry juice (100% juice, unsweetened)
- 2 cups Apple cider (unfiltered)
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 6 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 pods Star anise
- 1 inch Fresh ginger (sliced)
- 1 strip Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 ounce per serving Optional: Dark rum (for a boozy version)
Instructions
In a large saucepan, combine the black cherry juice, apple cider, and brown sugar. Stir to dissolve the sugar.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, sliced ginger, and orange zest to the saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to low and let the cider simmer gently for 20 minutes. This allows the spices to infuse fully into the liquid.
After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Using a fine-mesh strainer, strain the cider into a heatproof pitcher or serving glasses to remove the spices and zest.
If desired, add 1 ounce of dark rum to each serving for an adults-only version.
Serve the black cherry cider warm. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or orange slice for an extra touch. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
849 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.1 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 144.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1897 mg | 40% | |
*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.
