Downeast Unfiltered Cider Recipe
Original, Apple Cider Donut, or Pumpkin Blend
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Ingredients
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Base Cider
Additional Flavors (Choose One)
Method
Base Cider Preparation
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine fresh apple juice, granulated sugar, water, cinnamon sticks, whole cloves, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir well to ensure the sugar dissolves.
- 2
Simmer the Cider
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Allow it to simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. This will infuse the apple juice with the spices.
- 3
Strain the Cider
After simmering, remove the pot from heat. Use a fine mesh strainer to strain the cider into a clean container, discarding the solids. This will give you a smooth cider base.
Flavor Addition
- 4
Choose Your Flavor
Depending on your preference, stir in either pumpkin puree for a pumpkin blend or apple cider donut spice mix for an apple cider donut flavor.
- 5
Final Simmer
Return the flavored cider to the pot and heat gently for an additional 10 minutes to meld the flavors. Do not let it boil.
- 6