Angry Orchard Apple Cider Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the apples

   Wash and core the apples, then chop them into quarters. Place them in a large pot.

2. 2

   Add water and spices

   Pour the water over the chopped apples. Add the cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, and grated nutmeg.

3. 3

   Simmer the mixture

   Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

4. 4

   Mash and strain

   After an hour, mash the apple mixture with a potato masher to release more juice. Then, strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into another pot, discarding the solids.

5. 5

   Sweeten the cider

   Add the sugar and lemon juice to the strained cider and stir until the sugar is fully dissolved. Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.

6. 6

   Serve

   Serve warm in mugs or let it cool and serve chilled. You can garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of apple if desired.