Description
Indulge in the warmth of our Poisoned Apple Cider, a cozy blend of sweet apples and aromatic spices. Perfect for chilly autumn evenings, this delightful drink combines the rich flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a festive treat that will enchant your guests. Whether you’re hosting a Halloween party or enjoying a quiet night by the fire, this cider adds a magical touch to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh apple quarters (mix of Honeycrisp and Granny Smith)
- 4 cups water (or apple juice for added flavor)
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 1/4 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 5 whole cloves
Instructions
- Wash and quarter the fresh apples, leaving the skins on.
- In a large pot, combine apple quarters with water, cinnamon sticks, nutmeg, brown sugar, and cloves. Stir gently.
- Heat over medium until simmering; then reduce heat and let bubble for 30-40 minutes.
- Mash softened apples against the pot sides to release juices.
- Strain cider using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a bowl or pitcher. Serve warm in mugs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
