Spiced Rum Apple Cider
A warm and cozy fall cocktail combining spiced rum, apple cider, and fragrant spices for the ultimate autumn drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups (1 liter) apple cider
- 1 cup (240 ml) spiced rum
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 orange slices
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) brown sugar (optional)
- Water (optional, for adjusting strength)
- Star anise (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, pour 4 cups (1 liter) of apple cider and add 1 cup (240 ml) of spiced rum.
- Add 2 cinnamon sticks, 4 whole cloves, and 2 orange slices.
- If desired, stir in 1 tablespoon (15 g) of brown sugar for added sweetness.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it gently simmer for 10 minutes.
- Taste the cider and adjust sweetness or spice levels as needed. Add a splash of water if the flavor is too strong.
- Optional: Strain the cider to remove spices and orange slices for a smoother drink.
- Ladle the cider into mugs or heatproof glasses. Garnish with a cinnamon stick, orange slice, or star anise.
Notes
[‘Keep the heat low to avoid boiling off the alcohol.’, ‘Adjust spice levels to taste for a personalized flavor.’, ‘Use fresh, high-quality apple cider for the best results.’, ‘Prepare ahead by refrigerating the cider without rum and reheating before serving.’, “Use a slow cooker on the ‘warm’ setting to keep the cider ready for parties.”]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
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