Spiced Winter Cider

(from saymyname’s recipe box)

Serves 16 people

Categories: Hot Beverage

Ingredients

  • 1 gallon apple cider
  • 5 cinnamon sticks , plus extra for garnish
  • 2 oranges , cut into wheels
  • 1 red apple , cored and sliced
  • 1 green apple , cored and sliced
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 -1 1/2 ounce spiced rum (Tuaca, Captain Morgan, etc.) (optional) or 1 -1 1/2 ounce liqueur , per serving (Tuaca, Captain Morgan, etc.) (optional)

Directions

  1. In a big pot, combine the apple cider, cinnamon, fruit, cloves, and dried cranberries; bring to a boil.

  2. Decrease heat and simmer 8-10 minutes.

  3. Ladle cider (without spices and fruit) into coffee mugs and serve hot.

  4. If desired, add spiced rum or Tuaca to each serving.

  5. Garnish with cinnamon sticks.

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