Ingredients
- 4 cups apple cider
- 4 cups apple juice
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 4 cinnamon sticks
- 2 medium apples, chopped
Instructions
- Pour apple cider and apple juice into a large pot and place over medium heat.
- Add brown sugar, white sugar, nutmeg, ground cinnamon, and cinnamon sticks, stirring until sugars dissolve.
- Add the chopped apples and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally to blend flavors.
- Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Strain out apples and cinnamon sticks if a smooth drink is desired, or leave some pieces for texture.
- Transfer to jars or a pitcher and refrigerate before serving, or enjoy warm.
Notes
- Sweetness can be adjusted based on the apple cider used.
- Additional spices like cloves or allspice can be added for extra warmth.
- This drink tastes even better after chilling for several hours.
- Serve warm or cold depending on preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 44g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
