Hot Raspberry Cider
Warm up your winter evenings with this comforting Hot Raspberry Cider, a delightful twist on the classic mulled cider that combines sweet-tart raspberries with the cozy spices of cinnamon, cloves, and citrus. This easy-to-make recipe infuses fresh raspberries and apple cider with aromatic orange peel, creating a vibrant, fruity base that's balanced with a touch of honey and a dash of vanilla for a perfectly smooth finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this spiced raspberry cider is ideal for holiday gatherings, cozy nights by the fire, or as a unique festive drink to wow your guests. Garnish with fresh raspberries or a slice of orange for a visually stunning presentation, making every sip as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Apple cider
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 6 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 strip Orange peel
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Optional fresh raspberries (for garnish)
- 2 slices Optional orange slices (for garnish)
Instructions
In a large saucepan, pour the apple cider and add the fresh raspberries. Use a wooden spoon to lightly mash the raspberries to release their juices.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and the strip of orange peel to the saucepan.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Stir occasionally.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the cider steep for about 20 minutes, allowing the spices and raspberry flavors to blend.
After steeping, remove the saucepan from the heat and strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the raspberry seeds, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and orange peel.
Stir in the honey and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
Taste and adjust the sweetness by adding more honey if desired.
Serve the hot raspberry cider in mugs, optionally garnishing with fresh raspberries or orange slices for an extra festive touch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.3 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 65 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.4 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.0 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 189.4 g | ||
| Protein | 4.5 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 230 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1891 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.
