Blushing Cranberry Cider
Warm up your winter evenings with a steaming mug of Blushing Cranberry Cider, a cozy and festive drink that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of apple cider with the tart brightness of cranberry juice, enhanced with a medley of warming spices like cinnamon, cloves, and star anise. Fresh orange slices infuse a citrusy zing, while a touch of honey adds the perfect balance of sweetness. Simmered slowly to let the flavors meld, this spiced cider is the ultimate cold-weather treat. Serve it garnished with fresh cranberries and orange slices for a stunning presentation that’s perfect for holiday gatherings or relaxing nights by the fire. Simple to prepare in just 25 minutes, this soothing drink is sure to fill your home with the essence of the season.
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Apple cider
- 2 cups Cranberry juice
- 1 Fresh orange
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 5 Whole cloves
- 2 Star anise
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 cup Fresh cranberries (optional, for garnish)
- 4 Orange slices (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, combine the apple cider and cranberry juice.
Step 2
Slice the fresh orange into thin rounds and add them to the saucepan along with the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and star anise.
Step 3
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Step 4
Stir in the honey until it completely dissolves.
Step 5
Once the cider reaches a simmer, reduce the heat to low and allow it to gently simmer for about 15 minutes. This will allow the spices to infuse into the cider.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Carefully strain the cider to remove the spices and orange slices, if desired, using a fine mesh sieve.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the sweetness with more honey, if needed.
Step 8
Ladle the hot Blushing Cranberry Cider into mugs. Garnish with fresh cranberries and orange slices for a festive touch, if desired.
Step 9
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1931.7 grams (1931.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 995 |
| Total Fat 6.40g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat 0.70g | 3% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.70g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 101mg | 4% |
| Total Carbohydrate 243.60g | 89% |
| Dietary Fiber 20.70g | 74% |
| Total Sugars 175.50g | |
| Protein 6.60g | 13% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 408mg | 31% |
| Iron 8mg | 43% |
| Potassium 2247mg | 48% |
Source of Calories