Raspberry Apple Cider
Cozy up with a warm mug of Raspberry Apple Cider, a fragrant and festive drink that’s perfect for cooler days or holiday gatherings. This recipe combines the tangy sweetness of fresh raspberries with the comforting warmth of apple cider, spiced delicately with cinnamon and cloves. The addition of fresh orange slices infuses a citrusy brightness, while honey or maple syrup adds a natural touch of sweetness. Simmered to perfection, this cider bursts with seasonal flavors and can be garnished with an optional rosemary sprig for an aromatic, sophisticated finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this crowd-pleasing beverage is both vegan-friendly and irresistibly easy to make!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 1 cup Fresh raspberries
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 1 piece Fresh orange
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 cup Water
- 2 sprigs Optional: fresh rosemary sprigs for garnish
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the apple cider and water.
Wash the orange thoroughly, then slice it into thin rounds. Add the orange slices to the saucepan.
Add the cinnamon stick and whole cloves to the saucepan for a flavorful spice infusion.
Gently rinse the fresh raspberries and add them to the mixture.
Set the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Stir in the honey (or maple syrup for vegans) while the cider is still warm to dissolve it evenly.
Once the cider is done simmering, strain it through a fine mesh sieve into a heat-safe pitcher or serving glasses to remove the cloves, cinnamon stick, orange slices, and raspberry pulp.
Serve warm in mugs. Optionally, garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig for a fragrant touch and an elegant presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
730 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.9 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 149.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 217 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1500 mg | 32% | |
*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.
