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Clove and Orange Cider served in a glass
Warming winter cider with cloves and orange

Spiced Orange and Clove Apple Cider

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Drinks
Thanks to the essential oils in cloves, this drink creates a gentle, pleasant numbness and warmth in the mouth. The freshness of the orange cuts through this intense spiciness, resulting in a balanced, true winter 'comfort' beverage.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 2 servings
🔥 Calories 270 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan: For heating.
  • Strainer: To remove spices.
  • Grater: For orange zest.

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Combine the cider, orange juice, zest, and spices in a saucepan. Heat slowly until steaming.

Tip: Slow heating gives flavors time to meld without boiling the liquid.
2 ✓

Keep warm (simmering gently) for 10 minutes, then stir in the honey at the end.

Tip: It's best not to boil honey, as it destroys its enzymes and delicate floral aromas.
3 ✓

Whip the heavy cream into soft peaks.

Tip: Cream must be cold to whip successfully.
4 ✓

Strain the drink into cups and spoon the whipped cream on top.

Tip: Straining removes the cloves, which are unpleasant to bite into.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the orange zest bitter?
If you grate the white pith (albedo) along with the zest, it adds bitterness. Use only the colored outer layer!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Unfiltered Apple Cider
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Orange Juice
  • 1 tsp Grated Orange Zest
  • 5 whole Cloves
  • 1 whole Cinnamon Stick
  • 2 tbsp Honey
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1 slice Fresh Orange