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Spiced Apple Cider Cocktail
Michonne Zendaya

Spiced Apple Cider Cocktail

This spiced apple cider cocktail is a cozy and festive drink made with warm apple cider, spiced rum, and fall spices. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a chilly autumn evening.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cocktails
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups apple cider
  • 1 cup spiced rum
  • 2 sticks cinnamon sticks
  • 4 whole cloves
  • 2 star anise
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar or honey (optional)
  • 1 apple, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 cinnamon stick (for garnish)

Equipment

  • saucepan
  • ladle
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • mugs

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan, combine apple cider, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Heat over medium-low until warm and fragrant, about 10 minutes.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in spiced rum and brown sugar or honey if using.
  3. Ladle into mugs. Garnish with apple slices and a cinnamon stick.

Notes

Serve hot in mugs or chilled over ice for a refreshing twist. Garnish with apple slices, a cinnamon stick, or a star anise for presentation. Adjust sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup if desired.