Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Warm up your winter gatherings with this irresistible Hot Spiced Cranberry Cider, a festive twist on classic mulled beverages. Infused with the vibrant flavors of tangy cranberry juice, sweet apple cider, and a tantalizing blend of aromatic spices—cinnamon sticks, star anise, and whole cloves—this drink captures the cozy essence of the season. Fresh orange slices and a hint of sliced ginger add citrusy brightness and a gentle kick, while a touch of dark brown sugar balances the flavors perfectly. Simmered to aromatic perfection in just 25 minutes, this comforting, crowd-pleasing cider is ideal for holiday parties, chilly evenings, or any occasion calling for a warming treat. Serve it in mugs with an optional garnish of orange slices or cinnamon sticks for a beautifully festive presentation.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 25 min
• Total Time: 30 min
• Servings: 8 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

9 items

• 4 cups cranberry juice
• 4 cups apple cider
• 3 pieces cinnamon sticks
• 6 pieces whole cloves
• 1 piece orange (sliced)
• 1 inch fresh ginger (sliced thinly)
• 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 cup water

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine cranberry juice, apple cider, and water.

2. Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, orange slices, and sliced ginger to the pot.

3. Stir in the dark brown sugar until it dissolves.

4. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not boil.

5. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let the cider steep for 20–25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

6. Remove the pot from the heat and carefully strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.

7. Pour the hot spiced cranberry cider into mugs and serve immediately. Optionally, garnish with a cinnamon stick or an orange slice for decoration.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (300.2g)

Calories		123
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.6 g	1%
	Saturated Fat	0.0 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		15 mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate		29.7 g	11%
	Dietary Fiber	1.5 g	5%
	Total Sugars	20.7 g
Protein		0.3 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		47 mg	4%
Iron		0.6 mg	3%
Potassium		262 mg	6%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48 cal (4.8%%)

Protein: 12 cal (1.2%%)

Carbs: 953 cal (94.0%%)