Some tips for making this delicious cranberry apple cider
Not only will this drink smell delicious on the stovetop, but it is such a nice drink for a cold winter day and a fun way to use apple cider!
- Use fresh cranberry juice, not cocktail or from concentrate
- Strain the hot cider from the fruit and spices to make pouring easier. I like to garnish with some of the cinnamon sticks from the pot, fresh oranges slices and fresh cranberries.
- If you’re saving the cider for later use, skip the straining and keep all the fruit and spices in the apple cider and they will continue to add more flavor with time.
You can also enjoy this drink cold!
If you prefer a cold cranberry apple cider, there are 2 ways to go about this:
- Follow the instructions below for simmering, then transfer the cider to the fridge for a few hours.
- Add all the ingredients to a large pot or mason jar and store in the fridge for 2-3 days. Stir before serving.
See below for more detailed instruction.
Kitchen essentials
- A large pot
- Measuring spoons
- A strainer
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Cranberry Apple Cider – Enjoy Hot or Cold
Course: DrinksDifficulty: Easy80
oz.5
minutes25
minutes30
minutesIngredients
1/2 gallon apple cider
16 oz cranberry juice (preferably fresh, not from concentrate, not cocktail)
1.5 tsp whole cloves
2 oranges, thinly sliced
1 large sprig of rosemary (6-7 in)
1/2 cup fresh cranberries
Directions
- To serve hot:
- Add the apple cider, cranberry juice, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, 1 thinly sliced orange, and rosemary to a large saucepan on medium-low heat. We want to slowly warm the cider, not bring it to a boil or even a simmer. This can take some time. Once hot, strain and serve immediately. Garnish with cinnamon sticks, fresh orange slices, and fresh cranberries.
- To serve cold:
- Option 1: Follow the instructions above to serve hot, then transfer to the fridge to cool for a few hours. Strain once cooled. Garnish with cinnamon sticks, fresh orange slices, and fresh cranberries once ready to serve.
Option 2: Add the apple cider, cranberry juice, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, 1 thinly sliced orange, and rosemary to a large saucepan or mason jar. Store in the fridge for 2-3 days for the flavors to meld. Stir and strain. Garnish with cinnamon sticks, fresh orange slices, and fresh cranberries.
Notes
- The nutrition label is based on one 8 oz. serving.
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Nutrition Facts
10 servings per container
Serving Size8 oz.
Calories103
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Fat
0.3g
1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g 0%
- Trans Fat 0.0g
- Cholesterol 0.0mg 0%
- Sodium 9.0mg 1%
- Amount Per Serving% Daily Value *
- Total Carbohydrate
26.0g
9%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g 2%
- Sugars 20.9g
- Protein 0.4g 1%
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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