- Why use unfiltered juice?
- Good quality apple juice retains fiber/pulp, giving it a full body. Avoid clear, filtered apple juice for this recipe.
- Can I make it ahead?
- Yes, in fact, the flavors meld even better the next day. Just reheat.
Hot Spiced Apple Cider with Orange
This warm drink is the star of winter evenings, and since it's non-alcoholic, the whole family can enjoy it. The base is high-quality, unfiltered apple juice, which becomes festive with the acidity of orange and spices. During slow warming, the aromas fill the entire house.
Ingredients
3
cups
Unfiltered 100% Apple Juice
2/3
cup
Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
2
pcs
Cinnamon Sticks
4
pcs
Whole Cloves
2
tbsp
Honey (optional, if apples are tart)
1
pc
Orange (sliced)
1
pc
Apple (sliced)
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Equipment Needed
- Saucepan: For heating the drink.
Instructions
1
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Pour apple juice and orange juice into a saucepan. Toss in cinnamon, cloves, and orange slices.
Tip: Oils from the orange peel also flavor the drink.
2
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Heat slowly to a simmer, but do not let it boil vigorously.
Tip: Boiling can 'break' the juice and cause aromas to evaporate. Just let it steam.
3
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Sweeten with honey if necessary, then turn off heat and let stand covered for 10 minutes.
Tip: During this rest (infusion), spices permeate the liquid.
4
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Strain into glasses and add a slice of fresh apple to each.
Tip: Dip apple slices in lemon juice after cutting to prevent browning.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups Unfiltered 100% Apple Juice
- 2/3 cup Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
- 2 pcs Cinnamon Sticks
- 4 pcs Whole Cloves
- 2 tbsp Honey (optional, if apples are tart)
- 1 pc Orange (sliced)
- 1 pc Apple (sliced)