A Chill Chaser

Warm up from the inside out with "A Chill Chaser," a cozy and aromatic drink that’s perfect for cool evenings or festive gatherings. This spiced apple cider recipe features a vibrant blend of zesty orange, whole spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise, and the gentle heat of fresh ginger. Sweetened with a touch of brown sugar and infused with vanilla extract, this flavorful beverage gains a citrusy twist with freshly squeezed orange juice. Whether enjoyed as is or elevated with a splash of dark rum for an optional boozy kick, it’s a comforting treat served warm in mugs, ready to chase away the chill. With just 5 minutes of prep time and its rich, seasonal aromas filling your kitchen, "A Chill Chaser" is your go-to recipe for a mood-lifting, heartwarming sip.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups apple cider
• 1 tablespoon orange zest
• 2 sticks cinnamon stick
• 6 pieces whole cloves
• 2 pieces star anise
• 1 inch, thinly sliced fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup fresh orange juice
• 2 tablespoons per serving optional dark rum (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider, orange zest, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and sliced ginger.

Step 2

Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to continue simmering for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 3

Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract, ensuring they dissolve completely into the cider.

Step 4

Add the fresh orange juice and simmer for an additional 2 minutes.

Step 5

Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a heatproof serving pitcher to remove the solids.

Step 6

If desired, stir in dark rum for an adult version of this drink.

Step 7

Serve the Chill Chaser warm in mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick or a slice of orange if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1208 grams (1208.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	728

Total Fat 3.80g	5%
Saturated Fat 0.40g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 51mg	2%
Total Carbohydrate 156.90g	57%
Dietary Fiber 8.50g	30%
Total Sugars 124.20g
Protein 4.30g	9%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238mg	18%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 1515mg	32%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 5.0%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 92.4%