Down East Cider Recipe
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Ingredients
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Beverage Ingredients
Method
Preparation Directions
- 1
Combine Ingredients
In a large pot, combine the fresh apple cider, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, whole cloves, star anise, orange zest, lemon zest, vanilla extract, nutmeg, and water.
- 2
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, allowing the spices to infuse the cider.
- 3
Strain and Serve
After simmering, strain the cider through a fine mesh sieve to remove the solids. Serve warm in mugs, garnished with a cinnamon stick or orange slice if desired.
