Hot Spiced Drink
Cozy up with a mug of this aromatic Hot Spiced Drink, a delightful blend of seasonal flavors perfect for chilly days or festive gatherings. This comforting recipe combines apple cider and water with vibrant slices of orange, warm cinnamon sticks, star anise, fresh ginger, and whole cloves, gently simmered to release their rich, spiced aroma. A touch of brown sugar, honey, and vanilla extract adds just the right amount of sweetness, making each sip a harmonious balance of tangy citrus and cozy warmth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make spiced drink is ideal for serving a crowd, with bonus points for its inviting fragrance that fills the room as it cooks. Garnish with orange slices or a cinnamon stick for an impressive, drinkable centerpiece this holiday season! Perfect for keywords like "hot spiced drink," "holiday beverages," and "cozy cider recipes."
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 2 cups water
- 1 large orange
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces whole cloves
- 2 pieces star anise
- 1 inch, sliced fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Wash the orange thoroughly and slice it into thin rounds.
In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider and water.
Add the orange slices, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and sliced fresh ginger to the saucepan.
Stir in the brown sugar and honey until dissolved.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer. Avoid boiling to preserve the delicate flavors.
Reduce the heat to low and let the drink simmer gently for 20 minutes, allowing the spices and citrus to infuse the liquid.
Remove the pan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices.
Serve the hot spiced drink immediately in mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
802 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 74 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 195.4 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.3 g | 37% | |
| Total Sugars | 162.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.9 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 316 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1559 mg | 33% | |
*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.
