Ingredients
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- 4 cups fresh apple cider
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup bourbon
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 small orange, sliced
- 1 teaspoon whole cloves
- Optional garnish: apple slices, cinnamon sticks, or orange zest
Instructions
- Pour the fresh apple cider into a large saucepan. Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and orange slices. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to steam, but do not let it boil. Simmer for about 10 minutes to infuse flavors.
- Stir in the maple syrup for sweetness and depth. Add the bourbon to the pot. Continue to simmer gently for an additional 5 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Remove the cinnamon sticks, cloves, and orange slices. Ladle the hot cider into mugs. Garnish with orange zest, apple slices, or a cinnamon stick for a perfect presentation.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently before serving.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste.
- Add a splash of sparkling water or ginger ale for a fizzy twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg