Just in time for the cool fall weather! Cider warmed with cinnamon, clove, anise, honey and fresh orange makes this a delicious fall or winter drink! Or you can make it cold for a refreshing drink on a warm fall day!
This can be made with apple juice (instead of cider) for children, or made into a grown-up drink with a shot of Calvados (apple brandy) for adults (or whatever spirit you prefer). To serve cold, leave out the apple rings; when the cider mix is cold, strain over ice and add a few slices of fresh orange.
Try this wonderful fall time drink!
Hot Honey Cider
| Serves | 4 |
| Prep time | 10 minutes |
| Meal type | Beverage |
| Misc | Serve Hot |
| From | The Beekeepers Bible |
- INGREDIENTS
- 4 1/4 cups Apple Cider
- 1 Orange
- 10 Whole Cloves
- 2 tablespoons Honey (such as Chestnut or Orange Blossom)
- 1 Star Anise
- 2 sticks Cinnamon
- Dried Apples Rings (For serving)
Note
This can be made with apple juice (instead of cider) for children, or made into a grown-up drink with a shot of Calvados (apple brandy) for adults (or whatever spirit you prefer). To serve cold, leave out the apple rings; when the cider mix is cold, strain over ice and add a few slices of fresh orange.
Directions
| Step 1 | |
| Pour the cider into a medium saucepan, stud the orange with the cloves, and add it to the pan, along with the honey, star anise, and cinnamon sticks. Stir. Warm gently over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring once or twice. | |
| Step 2 | |
| Place 2 apple rings in the bottom of each heatproof glass or mug. | |
| Step 3 | |
| Remove the orange from the saucepan and cut it in half; squeeze the juice from one half into the cider. | |
| Step 4 | |
| Strain the cider over the apple slices and serve. | |
