This hot apple cider has a cozy country twist: fresh ginger. It adds a subtle zing that complements the warm spices, making it a signature sip for fall gatherings. This touch of ginger sets it apart without feeling out of place, adding depth and warmth to the classic flavors.
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Hot apple cider with a cozy country twist: fresh ginger. It adds a subtle zing that complements the warm spices and gives the classic flavors more depth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: about 16 servings
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 gallon fresh apple cider (unfiltered for a rustic feel)
- 1 orange, sliced
- 1 apple, sliced
- 1 small knob fresh ginger (about 2 inches), peeled and sliced
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 8 whole cloves
- 1 whole star anise
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice berries
- 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey (optional, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup bourbon, rum, or brandy for a spiked version
Instructions
- In a large pot or slow cooker, pour in the apple cider. Add the orange slices, apple slices, ginger, cinnamon sticks, cloves, star anise, and allspice berries.
- Heat over medium until it begins to simmer. Once it reaches a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer 30 minutes to an hour so the ginger and spices infuse deeply.
- Taste and add maple syrup or honey if you want it sweeter. Stir in the vanilla extract for added warmth.
- If you are adding alcohol, pour it in just before serving.
- Strain out the spices, fruit, and ginger. Ladle into mugs and garnish with a cinnamon stick or a thin slice of orange.
Notes
This holds beautifully on warm in a slow cooker all afternoon, which makes it perfect for a crowd.
Ladle the hot cider into mugs, garnishing with a cinnamon stick or a thin slice of orange. The hint of ginger adds a refreshing twist to this classic drink, perfect for #countrylivingconnoisseur evenings. Enjoy the cozy vibes!
This is what I pour alongside holiday spiced ginger beer cake or crockpot pumpkin crunch cake when people are on the porch.
Written by
Lane and Jules Morris
Authors and University of Tennessee faculty writing from our farm in East Tennessee about gardening, the farm kitchen, faith and designing a flourishing life at any age. More about us
