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Apple Cider Cocktail

This delightful cocktail celebrates the flavors of autumn with spiced apple cider, whiskey or rum, and aromatic spices.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 cups apple cider
  • 1 cup whiskey or rum
  • 1/2 cup orange juice
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 orange sliced for garnish
  • 1 apple sliced for garnish

Equipment

  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Small saucepan
  • Wooden spoon or whisk
  • Strainer
  • 4 cocktail glasses or mugs

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the apple cider, whiskey or rum, orange juice, and maple syrup.
  2. Add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to the mixture.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium-low heat until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  4. Taste the cocktail and adjust sweetness if needed.
  5. Use a strainer to pour the cocktail into glasses.
  6. Add slices of orange and apple to each glass for garnish.
  7. Serve warm and enjoy immediately.

Notes

This cocktail is perfect for gatherings or a quiet night in during the fall season.