Hot Mexican Cider
Warm up your senses with this irresistibly spiced Hot Mexican Cider, a bold twist on a classic winter favorite. Combining the comforting flavors of apple cider and orange juice with the vibrant kick of ancho chili powder, it’s a perfect balance of sweet and subtle heat. Infused with cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and a splash of lime juice, this aromatic drink offers a rich complexity that will transport your taste buds straight to Mexico. A touch of brown sugar and vanilla extract enhances its natural warmth, while fresh apple and orange slices add a vibrant, fruity finish. For a spirited option, a dash of tequila or mezcal turns this cozy beverage into the perfect party centerpiece. Whether you’re hosting friends or winding down by the fire, this easy-to-make cider recipe is a must for keeping chilly evenings deliciously festive!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 5 pieces whole cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons ancho chili powder
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.5 cups apple slices
- 0.5 cups orange slices
- 2 ounces optional tequila or mezcal
Instructions
In a medium-sized pot, combine the apple cider, orange juice, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and ancho chili powder.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Once the cider is simmering, lower the heat to medium-low and add the brown sugar, vanilla extract, lime juice, apple slices, and orange slices. Stir to combine.
Allow the cider to gently simmer for 15–20 minutes, letting the flavors meld together.
Remove the pot from the heat and strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the cloves and cinnamon sticks if desired.
Taste the cider and adjust sweetness or spice levels if necessary.
For an adult twist, stir in tequila or mezcal, if using.
Serve hot in mugs, garnished with additional apple or orange slices if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
233 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 13 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.5 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 487 mg | 10% | |
*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.
