Hot Apple Cider Spiked with Calvados Apple Brandy
Cozy up with the ultimate comfort in a mug—Hot Apple Cider Spiked with Calvados Apple Brandy. This warm and spiced cocktail combines rich, freshly simmered apple cider with the sophisticated kick of Calvados, a French apple brandy. Infused with aromatic cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and a pop of orange slices, this cider delivers layers of fall-inspired flavors with every sip. A touch of brown sugar, nutmeg, and vanilla extract enhances its velvety sweetness, making it the perfect balance of indulgence and elegance. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy-to-make holiday favorite is served warm, garnished with apple slices, cinnamon sticks, or orange twists for a festive touch. Ideal for cozy nights or holiday gatherings, this spiked apple cider is the perfect way to toast to the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 4 tablespoons Calvados apple brandy
- 1 medium-sized, sliced Orange
- 2 whole Cinnamon sticks
- 6 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 whole Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- Optional garnish: apple slices, cinnamon sticks, or orange twists
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, pour in the apple cider and set it over medium heat.
Add the sliced orange, whole cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise to the saucepan.
Stir in the brown sugar, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to infuse the flavors.
Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.
Ladle the hot cider into mugs and stir 1 tablespoon of Calvados apple brandy into each serving.
Garnish with optional toppings such as an apple slice, cinnamon stick, or an orange twist, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your Hot Apple Cider Spiked with Calvados!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
819 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.5 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 55 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 130.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1493 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.
