Description
Experience the cozy embrace of fall with our enchanting Poisoned Apple Cider. This delightful drink blends sweet apples and aromatic spices, creating a warm, inviting aroma that fills your home. Perfect for gatherings or quiet evenings, it’s easy to make and can be enjoyed hot or cold. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have a magical elixir that captures the essence of autumn.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups 100% pure apple juice
- 2 cups filtered water
- 3 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 2 star anise pods
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 orange, sliced
Instructions
- In a large pot, combine apple juice and water.
- Add cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, star anise, brown sugar, and orange slices.
- Heat over medium heat until gently simmering (about 5 minutes).
- Reduce heat and let steep for 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Taste and adjust sweetness as needed.
- Strain out solids and serve hot in mugs or chilled over ice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg