Orange Cider

Warm up your senses with the cozy, citrusy delight of Orange Cider—an irresistible blend of fresh orange juice, apple cider, and festive winter spices. This quick and easy recipe combines the sweetness of honey, the warmth of cinnamon sticks, and the aromatic charm of whole cloves and star anise, all simmered to perfection in just 15 minutes. A hint of fresh ginger and a touch of vanilla extract elevate the flavor profile, while a garnish of orange slices or cinnamon sticks makes for an elegant touch. Perfect for holiday gatherings or chilly evenings, this spiced orange cider is a refreshing twist on a classic apple cider, delivering seasonal comfort in every sip. Serve warm and enjoy the fragrant, homemade goodness that's sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 cups Fresh orange juice
• 2 cups Apple cider
• 1 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 2 pieces Cinnamon sticks
• 5 pieces Whole cloves
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 1 piece Thinly sliced orange
• 1 inch Fresh ginger (peeled and sliced)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot, combine the fresh orange juice, apple cider, and water.

Step 2

Add the honey, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, sliced orange, and ginger to the pot.

Step 3

Place the pot over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil.

Step 4

Heat the cider for about 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.

Step 5

Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 6

Strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the spices and orange slices, if desired.

Step 7

Pour the orange cider into mugs and garnish with a slice of orange or a cinnamon stick, if preferred.

Step 8

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1642.7 grams (1642.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	804

Total Fat 5.20g	7%
Saturated Fat 0.30g	2%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 33mg	1%
Total Carbohydrate 187.20g	68%
Dietary Fiber 10.20g	36%
Total Sugars 151.90g
Protein 9.70g	19%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 284mg	22%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2260mg	48%

*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: 5.6%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 89.7%