Spiced Apple Cider or Wine Mix
Embrace the cozy flavors of fall and winter with this Spiced Apple Cider or Wine Mix, a warm and aromatic beverage perfect for chilly evenings or festive gatherings. Bursting with holiday-inspired spices like cinnamon, star anise, and cloves, this recipe infuses either apple cider or red wine with citrusy orange slices, a hint of fresh ginger, and a touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Finished with a splash of vanilla extract, this comforting drink is gently simmered to perfection, creating a fragrant, spiced elixir that's as delightful to prepare as it is to share. Serve it steaming hot, garnished with an orange slice or a cinnamon stick for the ultimate seasonal experience. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or curling up by the fireplace, this easy-to-make drink is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider or red wine
- 1 medium Orange
- 2 sticks Cinnamon sticks
- 8 pieces Whole cloves
- 2 pods Star anise
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 inch piece Fresh ginger
Instructions
Pour the apple cider or red wine into a medium-sized pot or saucepan.
Slice the orange into rounds and add them to the pot.
Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, ground nutmeg, and the fresh ginger (peeled and slightly crushed) into the pot.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Then, reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse.
Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the honey or maple syrup and the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove the spices, orange slices, and ginger.
Serve warm in mugs, and garnish with a cinnamon stick or an orange slice, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
700 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.6 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.0 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 142.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 197 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 1371 mg | 29% | |
*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.
