Not Your Nan's Apple Cider Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fruits
Liquid
Spices and Sweeteners
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Fruits
Wash the apples thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or pesticides. Core and chop the apples into quarters, keeping the skins on for added flavor. Slice the lemons in half and set aside.
- 2
Prepare the Ginger
Peel the ginger root with a vegetable peeler and then slice it thinly.
Cooking
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the chopped apples, sliced lemons, ginger, water, and apple juice. Stir well to mix the ingredients.
- 4
Add Spices
Add the cinnamon sticks, star anise, cloves, and brown sugar to the pot. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
- 5
Simmer the Mixture
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Strain the Cider
After an hour of simmering, remove the pot from heat. Use a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth to strain the mixture into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing down on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible.
- 7