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    November 15, 2019

    Homemade Apple Cider

    As the cool weather settles in, my need for a warm beverage increases immensely. Here's one of my old-time favorites - Homemade Apple Cider! Cozy, lightly spiced, the perfect drink for the family and for entertaining!

    I remember tasting my first apple cider in a quaint little store in Ann Arbor. I walked in to buy candles, and there they had a huge pot of warm cider with a ladle. You could serve yourself in little cups as you browsed through the store. I can assure you - I mostly stayed by the pot! I was hooked from that day onwards. It was easy to buy a gallon of apple cider from a store in the US. But since I didn't see much of this drink here, I decided to make my own.

    Homemade Apple Cider

    What is Apple Cider

    Apple cider is essentially unfiltered, the unsweetened, non-pasteurized liquid extracted from apples. It's a seasonal nonalcoholic drink, usually made in autumn and winter. This is not to be confused with the fermented, alcoholic version called cider or hard cider.

    Fruits for Apple Cider

    How to make Apple Cider

    Making apple cider is a labor of love. It does take time, but it hardly requires any supervision. All you need to do is slice the apples and oranges ( for extra flavor) and dump everything in a pot along with some spices. From here on, simply let your stove top, crock pot, or instant pot do their job.

    Now while the apples and spices are brewing, the whole house is filled with the loveliest of aromas. Better than any potpourri. You immediately get warm and comforting vibes.

    It's so relaxing and cozy. I guarantee you'll want to drop everything you're doing and just sit and feel the moment!

    Homemade Apple Cider

    Final Touches

    You can serve it warm or cold...I prefer warm. And yes, it works fabulously well as base for a cocktail too. A splash of rum or bourbon is fantastic here. Or use this to make a lovely nonalcoholic punch.

    I hope this delicious Homemade Apple Cider makes it to your table this season and you all enjoy it as much as we do.

    More Easy Holiday Season Beverage Recipes

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    • Vegan Oatmeal Latte

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    Homemade Apple Cider

    Here's one of my old time favourites - Homemade Apple Cider! Cozy, lightly spiced, perfect drink for the family and for entertaining!
    Servings: 7 servings
    Calories:
    Author: Natasha Minocha

    Ingredients

    • 5 Apples, assorted variety
    • 1 Orange
    • 2 Cinnamon sticks
    • 5-6 whole Cloves
    • 1 Vanilla bean, split lengthways.
    • 1/3 cup Brown sugar
    • 1.5 ltr Water

    Instructions

    • Slice the apples, remove the seeds. Slice the orange, remove the seeds.
    • Add the apples, orange, cinnamon sticks, vanilla bean and cloves to a large stockpot.
    • Add the water. Cover the pot and cook for about 2 hours on medium low heat.
    • Use a potato masher to mash all the fruits well. Cover and cook for another hour.
    • Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the mixture. Discard the pulp.
    • Add the brown sugar to sweeten the cider. Taste and adjust for sweetness.
    • Serve warm or cold. Enjoy!

    Notes

    NOTE:
    To serve the cider cold, let it come to room temperature then transfer to a clean jar or bottle and refrigerate. This should stay well for 5-6 days.

    Homemade Apple Cider

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