Refreshing Fall Cider

Indulge in the flavors of autumn with this spiced apple cider. A perfect treat for chilly days.

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Yields: 6 servings Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes
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Ingredients:

• 1 gallon apple cider
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 orange, sliced
• 1 cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. In a large pot, combine the apple cider, sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the flavors have melded.
3. Add the orange slices and cinnamon stick to the pot. Let simmer for 5 minutes more.
4. Remove from heat and let cool for 10 minutes.
5. Serve warm or cold.

Tips:

• For a spicier cider, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• To make the cider sweeter, add more sugar or maple syrup.
• To make the cider more tart, add a splash of lemon juice.
• Serve the cider with a cinnamon stick and orange slice for garnish.