Apple Cider Recipe
A warm, spiced apple cider simmered with cinnamon, cloves, and allspice for cozy autumn gatherings.
Ingredients
Cider Base
- 10 cups apple cider fresh-pressed if available
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar or brown sugar for deeper flavor
Spices
- 2 sticks cinnamon sticks tie in cheesecloth for easy removal
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves place in a spice bag
- 1 teaspoon whole allspice lightly crush for extra aroma
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour apple cider and sugar into a large pot and stir gently.
Simmering
- Bring to a gentle simmer over medium-high heat, watching for soft bubbling around the edges.
- Lower heat to maintain a bare simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring once midway.
Finishing
- Remove the spice bundle and skim any foam for a clear cider.
- Ladle into mugs and garnish with cinnamon sticks before serving.
Notes
I always skim the foam after 5 minutes to keep the cider crystal clear.
Leftover cider keeps up to 5 days in a sealed container in the fridge—cool within two hours.
You can freeze extra cider in ice cube trays for quick reheating.