Hot Orange Spice Cider
Cozy up with a steaming mug of Hot Orange Spice Cider, the quintessential drink for chilly evenings and festive gatherings. This aromatic beverage combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with vibrant citrus from fresh orange slices, harmonized by warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and a hint of nutmeg. Infused with a touch of honey for balanced sweetness, this easy-to-make cider simmers to perfection in just 20 minutes, filling your home with an inviting holiday aroma. Whether strained for a smooth sip or left rustic with floating citrus and spices, it’s the ultimate comforting drink to brighten any winter day. Perfect for entertaining or savoring solo, this recipe makes six servings to share the cozy warmth.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider
- 1 whole orange
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 5 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pieces cinnamon sticks
- 2 pieces star anise
- 0.25 teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Pour the apple cider and water into a large saucepan or pot over medium heat.
Thoroughly wash the orange and slice it into thin rounds. Add the slices to the pot.
Stir in the honey to slightly sweeten the cider. Adjust quantity based on your preference.
Add the whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, star anise, and ground nutmeg to the pot.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors.
Strain the cider to remove the spices and orange slices if desired, or serve as-is for a more rustic presentation.
Ladle into mugs, garnish with an orange slice or cinnamon stick if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1156 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 4.7 g | 6% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 98 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.1 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 237.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 351 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2429 mg | 52% | |
*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.
