Kings Cider
Warm up your senses with Kings Cider, a cozy, spiced drink perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. This recipe blends the rich, natural sweetness of apple cider with warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, star anise, and a hint of fresh ginger for an aromatic delight. Brown sugar and vanilla extract add a touch of indulgent sweetness, balanced by the citrusy brightness of fresh orange slices. For an adult twist, add a splash of bourbon to create a comforting cocktail that’s as regal as its name. Ready in just 25 minutes, this fragrant cider is a quick and easy way to elevate any occasion. Serve it warm with an elegant garnish of orange slices or cinnamon sticks, and let the comforting aroma fill the air. Whether enjoyed around a fire or at a holiday party, Kings Cider is the ultimate way to toast to the season.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 1 orange
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 6 whole cloves
- 2 star anise
- 1 inch fresh ginger
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces bourbon (optional)
Instructions
Pour the apple cider into a medium-sized saucepan and set it over medium heat.
Slice the orange into thin rounds and add them to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, and nutmeg to the apple cider.
Peel and slice the fresh ginger into thin pieces and add it to the saucepan.
Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract until dissolved.
Bring the mixture to a very gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Allow it to simmer for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors infuse.
Taste the cider and adjust the sweetness by adding more brown sugar if necessary.
If using, pour the bourbon into mugs or glasses, approximately 0.5 ounces per serving.
Strain the cider into the mugs or glasses, discarding the solids, and stir gently.
Serve the Kings Cider warm, garnished with an orange slice or a cinnamon stick if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 85 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 168.1 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.2 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1697 mg | 36% | |
*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.
