Hot Spiced Cider

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 gallon apple cider
• 1 cup apple brandy
• 1 cup dark rum
• 1 cup bourbon
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
• Orange slices, for garnish

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Combine all ingredients except the orange slices in a large pot or slow cooker.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the cider is hot and fragrant.
4. Ladle into mugs and garnish with orange slices.

Nutritional Information:

Per 8-ounce serving (approximately):

• Calories: 150
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 34g
• Protein: 0g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting drink
• Spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
• Rich flavor from the apple brandy, dark rum, and bourbon

User Comments:

• "This is the perfect drink for a cold winter night!"
• "The spices give it a lovely flavor."
• "It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• The cider will become more potent the longer it simmers, so adjust the cooking time accordingly.
• If you don't have apple brandy, you can substitute another type of brandy or cognac.
• For a non-alcoholic version, omit the alcohol and add more apple cider or juice.